Mitigating Moisture Intrusion in Wood Buildings: Architectural Detailing to Avoid Decay in Mass Timber Structures

As a mini research project at A2 Efficiency, we helped Method Studio investigate moisture risk in high-performance timber buildings by examining how dew point is managed at the foundation, wall, and roof. Through assembly-level analysis, it highlighted key enclosure strategies for reducing moisture intrusion, preventing decay, and improving long-term durability in wood construction.