Sustainable Design
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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AI in the New World
Using AI on Your Next Project by Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note: Trent Cotney, partner at
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Technology, Culture, & the Future of the Architectural Firm by Matt Tinder, Director of Public Affairs, The American Institute of
Read moreBiophilic Urbanism
Designing Spaces That Nurture a Relationship With Nature Humans have an innate tendency to interact or be closely associated with
Read moreTile Talk: Planning for Winter
Opportunities for Designing a Roof for Snow Retention by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance
Read moreConstruction Law: CTA Requirements
Trade Associations Urge Congress to Delay CTA Reporting by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note: Trent Cotney,
Read moreFenestration: Time for Replacement
Survey Shows Reasons for Homeowners to Replace Their Windows by Shawn Hardy, Executive Vice President, Alside The beginning of the
Read moreArchitect’s Corner: Back to the Basics
An Introduction to Air & Water-Resistive Barriers in Wall Assemblies By Karine Galla, Director, Product Management for Sto Corp. (Editor’s
Read moreTile Talk: Attention to Detail
Improving Roof Performance Through Call Outs by Richard K Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (Editor’s Note:
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Fenestration: Up to Code
Manufacturers Meet Stringent Requirements for U.S. ENERGY STAR 7.0 By Kathy Krafka Harkema, U.S. Technical Operations Director for the Fenestration
Read moreArchitect’s Corner: Digging In: The Digital Toolbox
The Impact of an Increasingly Digitized Construction Industry By Keri Tolar, Senior Digital Manager for Sto Corp. (Editor’s Note: Keri
Read moreShake, Rattle, & Roll
Designing for Earthquakes in the West Earthquakes can be absolutely devastating to the structural integrity of a home or building.
Read moreArchitect’s Corner: Polyiso Insulation
Prioritizing Energy-Efficient Building Construction & Design in the West by Justin Koscher, president, Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association Geography and climate
Read moreFenestration: Focus on Safety
How Safe Glass Handling & Processing Can Save Lives by Angela Dickson, FGIA marketing & communications director (Editor’s Note: With
Read moreProduct Review: KOHLER Bidet
Luxury Toilet Seat Upgrades Your Bathroom Game by Ali Turner, editorial & multimedia manager Our team was given the opportunity
Read moreTile Talk: Develop a Template
Tropical Storms Emphasize Ongoing Maintenance Needs by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (Editor’s Note:
Read moreConstruction Law: FM Approval
What You Need to Know About Factory Mutual by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note: Trent Cotney,
Read moreEditor’s Desk: Democracy for Design
Architects Align With Legislation That Rebukes Federal Design Uniformity Back in 2020, we wrote about the Making Federal Buildings Beautiful
Read moreArchitect’s Corner: The Power of Data – Reshaping Housing Design
Understanding Buyers’ Preferences to Create Customized Living Spaces by Darian Wagner, AIA, principal & senior architect, DAHLIN Architecture Planning Interiors
Read moreFenestration: Reflecting More Than Zion
Bird-Friendly Windows at Zion National Park in Utah by Adam Reimer, wildlife biologist, Zion National Park, National Park Service The
Read moreTile Talk: Solar Changes
Expanding the Use of Solar Leaves Gaps in Design Aids by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing
Read moreEditor’s Desk: Life Cycle Assessments
Evaluating the Environmental Impact of Construction Products Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) analyze the impact that one object has on the
Read moreConstruction Law: Another Supply Chain Issue
Stalled Contract Talks for West Coast Ports by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note: Trent Cotney, partner
Read moreArchitect’s Corner: Smart Buildings Drive Resiliency
Future-Proofed Buildings Can Help Combat the Climate Crisis by Katie Klein, country director for North America, WiredScore (Editor’s Note: Katie
Read moreArchitect’s Corner: Building Better
Architectural Solutions for Energy Efficiency by Daniel Shields, president, Fabricated Products Group (Editor’s Note: Daniel Shields is the president of
Read moreFenestration: Seismic Shake Tests
Revealing the Future of Inter-Story Drift Design & Code Requirements by Rich Rinka, FGIA technical manager, Fenestration Standards & United
Read moreTile Talk: Revisions & Updates
New Industry Resources for Designers in 2023 by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (Editor’s
Read moreConstruction Law: Severance Agreements
NLRB Issues New Rule & Tighter Restrictions by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note: Trent Cotney, partner
Read moreTile Talk: Performance-Based Options
Energy-Efficient Codes Can Be More Than Color by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (Editor’s
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