
Derek Ziese, AIA, PE, BECxP is presenting “Designing and Detailing Air Barrier Connections at Storefronts and Curtainwalls” at the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) 2026 Building Enclosure Conference at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis, MN on May 5, 2026.
As energy codes tighten, controlling air leakage at enclosure transitions is more critical than ever. This presentation examines air barrier connections at fenestrations, focusing on continuity, constructability, and how system differences impact detailing.

