Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Improving building enclosure performance While energy efficiency might initially suggest well-insulated walls and efficient HVAC systems, controlling air leakage can be just as critical. Uncontrolled air movement through penetrations in the building enclosure can increase energy costs as HVAC systems work harder to condition the air.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 18, 2024

She found her passion in building enclosure consulting, with particular expertise in new construction consulting on BECx projects to create well-functioning and integrated building systems. She joins SGH’s Building Technology Division in Chicago, Illinois, partnering with SGH team members and clients across the Midwestern United States.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Knight Wall Systems today announcedthe appointment Roofing & Exterior Products Services (REPS) as its new manufacturers rep group for Indiana, Michigan, and Kentucky, according to Knights National Sales Manager, Travis Cacciatori. About Knight Wall Systems Knight Wall Systems Inc.,

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Natural Building

MAY 30, 2025

In Ladakh, India’s highest plateau, residential architecture is shaped by extreme cold, intense solar radiation and arid landscape. Structures rely on locally sourced sun-dried mud bricks, rammed earth and timber, with hand-plastered walls and meticulously layered timber and compacted earth roofs engineered to withstand heavy snowfall.

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The Pro Builder

JANUARY 2, 2024

Their collaboration enables homeowners or builders to select from Hereabout’s list of preexisting, ready-to-use design plans, then build the home using B.PUBLIC’s prefab floor, roof, and wall panels. Its prefab panels don’t contain electrical or plumbing systems. Think of them as homes that are both prefab and predesigned.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

Architects: Peterssen/Keller Architecture, Minneapolis.; A “messy” kitchen behind it features floor-to-ceiling storage, ample counter space, a wine cooler, dual wall oven, and a sink. A home automation system allows LaLiberte to manage the home even while he’s on the road. Cosan Studio, Scottsdale, Ariz.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 27, 2025

Precast concrete is a desirable material for these buildings for a variety of reasons, whether used for walls, floors, and roof panels in a total precast structure or as an enclosure system. It may or may not have topping for the floor/roof.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 19, 2023

Architectural sheet metal panels, like ACM and MCM, are becoming an increasingly popular exterior cladding option for new construction and building renovations. O’Bannon says more building owners and facility managers are turning to low maintenance architectural sheet metal to update their buildings’ facades.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. The architectural design of curtain walls must be developed alongside increasing demand for high-performing, energy-efficient solutions. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 13, 2023

Woburn, Massachusetts (April 2023) – As an industry leader committed to sustainability, RHEINZINK introduces RHEINZINK-prePATINA® ECO ZINC architectural zinc products. This is the first architectural zinc material in the world to reduce an already small carbon footprint by more than half.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

For example, an architect in Oxford can leverage innovation in 3D rendering to transform architectural projects. Businesses are increasingly opting for solar panels, green roofs, and energy-efficient systems, which help lower costs, reduce carbon emissions, and create eco-friendly, functional spaces.

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CCR Magazine

MAY 2, 2023

Knight Wall Systems announced the appointment of Bain Associates Inc. Bain’s sophisticated sales organization and their mission of sustainability in the building envelope market make them an ideal partner for Knight Wall Systems,” Cacciatori said. About Knight Wall Systems Knight Wall Systems Inc.,

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. April 25, 2018. learn more >. MGM City Center, Las Vegas, US. learn more >.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Additionally, the construction firm will work on a two-story storefront glass , design an entrance facade with architectural panels and feature walls on all buildings, and construct a thermoplastic polyolefin roofing system for weather resistance and energy efficiency. The buildings will include a 914.4

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. Foundation cracks, wall collapses, and uneven settling occur frequently in residential and commercial properties.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Collaborate with clients, construction managers, and other professionals to bring architectural visions to life. Mechanical and electrical engineers work on systems within buildings, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems. Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. Modern container homes’ Heat Recovery Ventilation System keeps 85% of thermal energy. The flat roofs might sag under heavy snow or rain if you don’t reinforce them properly. Container homes are great because you can change them easily.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 22, 2022

Freestanding canopy systems can be specified for numerous project applications, fabricated with a choice of materials, and engineered to meet a range of performance requirements. Unlike attached canopy systems that typically designate a building’s entrances, these stand-alone structures are multifunctional. Metal roof panels.

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Natural Building

JANUARY 24, 2021

Architect Luigi Rosselli says that this project is the longest rammed earth wall in Australia, and possibly the entire Southern Hemisphere. Despite being highly energy-efficient, earth-sheltered architecture still isn’t very common. The process is repeated and the forms removed, revealing a strong, naturally pigmented wall.

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Specification Product Update

JUNE 12, 2025

Appearing as a single-storey pitched roof bungalow from the front, the steeply sloping landscape allowed for the properties to have a lower ground floor, providing the two-storeys the client desired. The CUPACLAD® 101 series is designed with an invisible fixing system to ensure that the natural slate is the main feature of a façade.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

Study Your Homes Existing Style To ensure your addition blends seamlessly, its important to understand your homes architectural style. Look at the following elements: Exterior Materials : What materials are used for the siding, roofing, and trim? Roof Shape : Is your roof gabled, hipped, or flat?

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 30, 2024

Addressing the larger issue of derelict gas stations, the Mini Mart City Park showcases the potential of art and architecture to rejuvenate urban spaces. m 2 (1,000-sf) rooftop level enhances the space, offering a green-roofed area, planted with drought-resistant sedums, for small gatherings and potential solar panel installation.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

To create a building with such a profound impact on sustainability, the project team’s approach focused not on individual technological components, but instead on integrating wholly reimagined systems throughout the entire building including DOAS/Geothermal/Radiant Heating, Electrified Energy, and Artificial Intelligence Integration.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Designed by the architecture firm, Brooks + Scarpa, this innovative project defies traditional apartment buildings by creating a welcoming cube design that prioritizes communal spaces with a courtyard which is open to the street. The heating and cooling systems use a highly efficient multi-unit variable refrigerant flow system.

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BDC Network

APRIL 28, 2023

Colorful Metal Inspiration 1 kcichowicz Mon, 05/01/2023 - 00:00 Voice of the Brand PAC-CLAD | Petersen Voice of the Brand Designing with architectural metal provides the opportunity to use a wide range of durable, low-maintenance colors and finishes that don’t dull or degrade over time.

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Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The transformation features the architects signature style with Catnic Urban steel standing seam roofing and cladding on the cantilevered two-storey extension, bringing the property up-to-date and enhancing its modern curb appeal. Taking the roof as an example, the original house featured slate tiles.

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Construction Daily News

JULY 15, 2024

Sustainability is a core consideration in modern architecture. Keep reading as we go further in depth on how sustainable architectural techniques are shaping a green future. Thermal Insulation Proper insulation is fundamental to eco-friendly architecture. It is also becoming a matter of law in some places.

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The MCP Group

MAY 5, 2025

The work includes site demolition, earthwork, site concrete, site utilities, landscaping & irrigation, selective demolition, cast-in-place concrete, stone, cast stone, unit masonry, structural steel, decorative railings, architectural woodwork, waterproofing & air barriers, metal wall panels, EPDM roofing, joint sealants, doors/frames/hardware, (..)

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Natural Building

JUNE 24, 2025

These benefits include humidity regulation, prevention of bacterial growth and molds, no toxic off-gassing, passive and active ventilation with breathable wall systems, and thermal storage for temperature control. She realized she was only going to secure a roof over her head by building or renovating a home herself.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Prior to this, tension fabric structures had typically relied upon hollow-tube, web truss framing systems. Where fabric becomes advantageous by comparison, however, is that the cost to clad a building with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) fabric walls is much less than constructing masonry walls or using other “conventional” materials.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Architectural ‘Frankenstein’ features breakthrough sustainable design 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:53 Government Buildings The General Services Administration (GSA) has embraced adaptive reuse with Building 48, an exciting workplace project that sets new precedents for how the federal government will approach sustainable design.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 2, 2025

Key Takeaways Precast concrete lintels provide essential structural support above windows and doors, distributing weight evenly across surrounding walls whilst offering exceptional durability with lifespans exceeding 50 years. Each type offers unique characteristics suited to specific applications in masonry support systems.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 28, 2024

Eventually, California’s HSR system will link more than 800 miles of rail, by way of up to 24 stations. s historic rail station for use as the first component of the intermodal high-speed rail commuter station. s historic rail station for use as the first component of the intermodal high-speed rail commuter station.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

and designed by LMN Architects, the newly opened center welcomes artists, visitors, and patrons with a two-story lobby enclosed by a wood and glass curtain wall. Natural tones and materials celebrate the landscape and architectural history of Bainbridge Island, with wood hues and accents in the lobby contrasting with blackened steel fixtures.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

It includes an owner’s bedroom on the opposite end of the rear elevation that fully embraces the valley, and walls of glass at the home’s entry and along the back of the house that showcase a through-view to the lights of Las Vegas and the mountain range beyond. Project specs: The New American Home 2024 Location: Ascaya , Henderson, Nev.

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Natural Building

JULY 22, 2011

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. The pros and cons of various insulation systems are defined, with charts of R-values.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The Sandi Simon Center for Dance, located at Chapman University in Orange, California, is a remarkable example of architectural adaptive reuse. The design opens the space, allowing light to filter through the historic sawtooth roof, maintaining the building’s exterior identity while enhancing its interior.

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