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Column Construction Law 

From the Department of Defense

November 22, 2024November 22, 2024 DodsonPublications

Additional Cybersecurity Requirements for Contractors by Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note:  Trent Cotney, partner at Adams

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Architect's Corner Column 

From Design to Savings

November 22, 2024November 22, 2024 DodsonPublications

The Benefit of Lightweight Cladding by Karine Galla, Director of Product Management, Sto Corp. (Editor’s Note: Karine Galla is the

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Column Tile Talk 

Disaster Risk

September 6, 2024September 6, 2024 DodsonPublications

Designing for Climate Change by Richard K.  Olson, President & Technical Director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (Editor’s Note:  Richard K. 

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Column Construction Law 

Overturning the Standard

September 6, 2024September 6, 2024 DodsonPublications

Will a Recent Supreme Court Ruling Weaken OSHA? by Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note:  Trent Cotney,

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Column Fenestration 

Expand Your Knowledge

September 6, 2024September 6, 2024 DodsonPublications

Upcoming Technical Summit in British Colombia by Amy Roberts, FGIA Director of Canadian and Technical Glass Operations (Editor’s Note: Amy

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Architect's Corner Column 

Engaging Future Architects

September 6, 2024September 6, 2024 DodsonPublications

Why We Must Inspire the Next Generation by Kimberly Dowdell, AIA President, NOMA Council On the heels of Architecture Week

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Column Editor's Desk 

A Natural Wood Look

September 6, 2024September 6, 2024 DodsonPublications

Contributing to Sustainable Architecture with Natural Materials With the trend toward biophilic design on the rise with architects, it should

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Column Tile Talk 

Guide to Success

July 24, 2024July 24, 2024 DodsonPublications

TRI Alliance Announces New Industry Guide for 2024 by Richard K. Olson, President & Technical Director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance

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Architecture News Column 

Polyiso CI

July 24, 2024July 24, 2024 DodsonPublications

Meeting Building Energy Efficiency Standards by Justin Koscher, President of the Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association As global efforts to decarbonize

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Column Fenestration 

Codes

July 17, 2024July 17, 2024 DodsonPublications

Discussion at FGIA Virtual Western Region Summit by Florica Vlad, Events Manager, FGIA (Florica Vlad is the FGIA Events Manager

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Architect's Corner Column 

Nature-Inspired Architecture

July 17, 2024July 17, 2024 DodsonPublications

Elevating Green Building Performance through Biomimicry by Chasity Johnson, Product Manager, Sto Corp. (Editor’s Note: With over six years of

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Column Fenestration Residential 

Natural Lighting

May 22, 2024May 22, 2024 DodsonPublications

The Sky is the Limit When Addressing Daylighting by Glenn Ferris, FGIA Fenestration Standards Specialist (Editor’s Note: Glenn Ferris began

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Column Tile Talk 

Expanding Your Options

April 1, 2024April 1, 2024 DodsonPublications

Energy Initiatives Continue to Require Monitoring by Richard K. Olson, President & Technical Director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (Editor’s Note: 

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Architecture News Column 

Sustainable Design

April 1, 2024April 1, 2024 DodsonPublications

Approaching Decarbonization Through Forward-Thinking Strategies by Justin Koscher, President of the Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association The design industry is rapidly

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Column Construction Law 

AI in the New World

March 29, 2024April 1, 2024 DodsonPublications

Using AI on Your Next Project by Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note:  Trent Cotney, partner at

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Architect's Corner Column 

Technology & Architecture

March 29, 2024April 1, 2024 DodsonPublications

Technology, Culture, & the Future of the Architectural Firm by Matt Tinder, Director of Public Affairs, The American Institute of

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Column Editor's Desk 

Biophilic Urbanism

March 29, 2024April 1, 2024 DodsonPublications

Designing Spaces That Nurture a Relationship With Nature Humans have an innate tendency to interact or be closely associated with

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Column Tile Talk 

Tile Talk: Planning for Winter

January 29, 2024January 29, 2024 DodsonPublications

Opportunities for Designing a Roof for Snow Retention by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance

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Column Construction Law 

Construction Law: CTA Requirements

January 29, 2024January 29, 2024 DodsonPublications

Trade Associations Urge Congress to Delay CTA Reporting by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note:  Trent Cotney,

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Column Fenestration 

Fenestration: Time for Replacement

January 26, 2024January 26, 2024 DodsonPublications

Survey Shows Reasons for Homeowners to Replace Their Windows by Shawn Hardy, Executive Vice President, Alside The beginning of the

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Architect's Corner Column 

Architect’s Corner: Back to the Basics

January 26, 2024January 26, 2024 DodsonPublications

An Introduction to Air & Water-Resistive Barriers in Wall Assemblies By Karine Galla, Director, Product Management for Sto Corp. (Editor’s

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Column Tile Talk 

Tile Talk: Attention to Detail

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 DodsonPublications

Improving Roof Performance Through Call Outs by Richard K Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (Editor’s Note: 

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Column Cover Story Feature 

POST HTX

November 30, 2023November 30, 2023 DodsonPublications

Beautiful Garden Roof for Transformed Post Office in Houston, Texas by Marcus Dodson, editor & publisher Once the hub of

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Column Fenestration 

Fenestration: Up to Code

November 29, 2023November 29, 2023 DodsonPublications

Manufacturers Meet Stringent Requirements for U.S. ENERGY STAR 7.0 By Kathy Krafka Harkema, U.S. Technical Operations Director for the Fenestration

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Architect's Corner Column 

Architect’s Corner: Digging In: The Digital Toolbox

November 29, 2023November 29, 2023 DodsonPublications

The Impact of an Increasingly Digitized Construction Industry By Keri Tolar, Senior Digital Manager for Sto Corp. (Editor’s Note: Keri

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Column Editor's Desk 

Shake, Rattle, & Roll

November 29, 2023November 29, 2023 DodsonPublications

Designing for Earthquakes in the West Earthquakes can be absolutely devastating to the structural integrity of a home or building. 

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Architect's Corner Column 

Architect’s Corner: Polyiso Insulation

September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 DodsonPublications

Prioritizing Energy-Efficient Building Construction & Design in the West by Justin Koscher, president, Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association Geography and climate

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Column Fenestration 

Fenestration: Focus on Safety

September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 DodsonPublications

How Safe Glass Handling & Processing Can Save Lives by Angela Dickson, FGIA marketing & communications director (Editor’s Note:  With

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Column Product Review 

Product Review: KOHLER Bidet

September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 DodsonPublications

Luxury Toilet Seat Upgrades Your Bathroom Game by Ali Turner, editorial & multimedia manager Our team was given the opportunity

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Column Tile Talk 

Tile Talk: Develop a Template

September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 DodsonPublications

Tropical Storms Emphasize Ongoing Maintenance Needs by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (Editor’s Note: 

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Opening a New Chapter in Care
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Opening a New Chapter in Care

July 28, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
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The Historic Ravinia Elementary School

July 28, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Marshfield High School
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Marshfield High School

July 14, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Article Construction Stats 

On the Rise

March 20, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Award-Winning Design
Article Feature Residential 

Award-Winning Design

March 18, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Wildfire Mitigation
Article Cover Story 

Wildfire Mitigation

March 13, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Slip-Safe & Sealed
Article Residential 

Slip-Safe & Sealed

February 13, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Ellen Browning Building
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Ellen Browning Building

January 13, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Induction Cooktop
Industry News 

Induction Cooktop

May 14, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Enhanced Systems
Industry News 

Enhanced Systems

May 14, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Industry Must-Read
Industry News 

Industry Must-Read

May 14, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
40 Under 40
Industry News 

40 Under 40

May 14, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

New Acquisition

May 14, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Protection & Aesthetic Value
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Protection & Aesthetic Value

May 14, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Window Collection
Industry News 

Window Collection

May 14, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Showcased at IRE
Industry News 

Showcased at IRE

March 23, 2026 DodsonPublications 0
Staying Strong & Safe
Article Industry News 

Staying Strong & Safe

July 21, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Rainscreen
Industry News 

Rainscreen

July 21, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Awards
Industry News 

Awards

July 21, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Protective Film
Industry News 

Protective Film

July 16, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Tariffs, Trade, & Tomorrow
Article Industry News 

Tariffs, Trade, & Tomorrow

May 22, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Underlayment
Industry News 

Underlayment

March 18, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Promotion
Industry News 

Promotion

March 18, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Retirement
Industry News 

Retirement

March 18, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Accessibility
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Accessibility

March 18, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

At the Booth

March 18, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Safety Month
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Safety Month

March 18, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Drainage Solutions

March 18, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Pet Doors

March 18, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Polyiso Insulation

February 25, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Rebranding

February 7, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Specification Document

January 30, 2025 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Key Position

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Industry News 

Rating Council

November 26, 2024 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

New Position

November 26, 2024 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Leadership

November 26, 2024 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Manufacturing Plant

September 12, 2024 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Award for Excellence

September 6, 2024 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Sales Manager

September 6, 2024 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

PIMA’s New Associate Member

April 12, 2024 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Drink Rail

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Weather Wrap

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Roof Flow

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

New Colors

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Paint Pen

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
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Updated Website

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Glass Catalog

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Documents

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Self-Help Design Tools

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

New Firm

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
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New Facility

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
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Partnerships

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
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Management

December 1, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Moving Up

November 30, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Promotions

November 30, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
Industry News 

Downlight

September 26, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
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Accordian-Style Door

September 26, 2023 DodsonPublications 0
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Dark Gray

September 26, 2023 DodsonPublications 0

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