Designing for Waterproofing - Session Two – Below ground
In 2023 waterproofing still remains at the top of building/construction claims despite all of the efforts by industry, government, and regulators to lift standards and improve performance. When it comes to waterproofing, we continue to struggle to get it right!
What role do architects and building designers have in all of this? Can architects learn to design their buildings in such a way as to eliminate waterproofing defects? What are the "must dos" in the early design development stages and on-site preparation for waterproofing systems?
How do designers communicate their design intentions, on-site processes, and material selection to contractors and applicators to ensure quality outcomes over cost and speed? Led by waterproofing expert, Karl Wooton, these webinars will look at waterproofing design principles and guide architects in their design decisions to design water out of buildings.
Session Two
Material selection and application
Types of membrane systems
Sub floor Drainage Systems
On site issue and work practices that lead to problems
Common Defects in Below ground membranes
Protecting the membrane system
Building Fabric and Structure
Concrete defects
Presenters
Karl Wootton
With a 35-year career in the waterproofing and remedial repair industry, Karl is a highly experienced specialist in the field of waterproofing systems for both new construction and remedial actions for failed waterproofing and cladding installations. His experience spans the supply, technical specification and application of waterproofing and protective coatings as well as inspecting and auditing to designing and implementing waterproofing solutions. Having worked with stakeholders on all sides of a project to provide the highest quality service and solutions. Karl is also an active committee member for a number of organisations including Standards Australia, ASTM International and Treasurer for the Australian Institute of Waterproofing.
Sam Parker, Acor
Sam Parker is a qualified structural and civil engineer and holds a builder's licence. Sam has extensive experience in construction and remediation of commercial, industrial, heritage and residential projects. Sam also has many years of experience in design of waterproofing and concrete repair and acts as an expert witness reports for residential building defects. Sam has advanced technical knowledge of all facets of building techniques, building codes, building diagnosis, project management resourcing and scheduling and is proficient in understanding, negotiating and administering all major contract forms.
Geoff Hanmer
Geoff is an Adjunct Professor of Architecture at the University of Adelaide, and Honorary Professional Fellow at UTS and the Managing Director of Arina, an architectural consultancy. ARINA has run design competitions for many Australian universities (including UNSW) and statutory authorities, including the Sydney Cove Redevelopment Authority. Geoff is a registered architect and writes on construction and buildings both contemporary and historical. He has taught and researched construction at UTS and UNSW for over 20 years.
2.5 cpd points
Learning Outcomes
List 3 design decisions that lead to defects and how they can be overcome
Describe 3 different types of membrane systems
Explain how the substrate surface should be prepared
List 3 benefits of moisture testing
