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sponsored | Jeff Alexander | Apr 27, 2015

Graffiti-Resistant Coatings To Keep Projects Looking Their Best

There are now several options available to keep buildings looking their best, which often includes both a coating system and an associated chemical graffiti remover

sponsored | Ken Buchinger | Apr 27, 2015

How architects can tap into the expertise of their metal roof manufacturer, part 1

Architects are not only expected to be experts in every field, they must also be part lawyer, arbitrator and magician

sponsored | Bill O'Keeffe | Apr 24, 2015

New Products and Programs to Check Out at the 2015 AIA Convention

There is no bigger annual gathering of architects and design professionals in North America quite like the AIA National Convention.

sponsored | Bryan Arlington | Apr 24, 2015

Are metal roofs lightning magnets?

According to The Metal Construction Assocition, a metal roof will not make lightning more likely to strike, but it may make a lightning strike less dangerous if it occurs. That’s right, less dangerous, not more.

CannonDesign | Apr 21, 2015

Stop the endless debate over open vs. closed work environments

Rather than be confused by the constant stream of opinions, leadership teams contemplating workplace investments should start with powerful employee engagement strategies that drive results.

Gensler | Apr 21, 2015

Software tools shouldn't dictate the AEC process

With over 200 solutions on the market, construction software is one of the most complex and fragmented markets, writes Gensler's Mark Thole.

Skanska | Apr 21, 2015

Trends driving airport construction

Upgrades to aviation infrastructure have not kept pace with the increase in airport traffic or even at a level sufficient to accommodate the life cycle of our many dated terminal facilities. Until now.

Life at HOK | Apr 21, 2015

How to create an 'emotionally intelligent' workplace

Emotional intelligence is the leading predictor of performance in the workplace and the strongest driver of leadership and personal excellence.

sponsored | Jeff Alexander | Apr 20, 2015

Removing graffiti without a trace

The issue of graffiti removal inspired Valspar scientists to develop a graffiti resistance system, which has been tested and approved

sponsored | Ken Buchinger | Apr 20, 2015

MBCI coated roof and wall panels virtually graffiti proof

A new effective solution that is biodegradable and water-soluble can help building owners and municipalities save millions of dollars.

sponsored | Jeff Alexander | Apr 13, 2015

Graffiti vandalism is on the rise

Graffiti is the most common form of vandalism, and its cleanup is burdening businesses and property owners.

SRG Partnership | Apr 9, 2015

How one team solved a tricky daylighting problem with BIM/VDC tools, iterative design

SRG Partnership's Scott Mooney describes how Grasshopper, Diva, Rhino, and 3D printing were utilized to optimize a daylighting scheme at Oregon State University's new academic building.

Paladino | Apr 8, 2015

Roof air leakage issues in multifamily buildings isn’t just 'hot air' talk

Paladino's Robert Hayes talks about venting regulations in New York and how air leaks can cost residents upwards of $3,000 a year.

SmithGroup | Apr 8, 2015

The competitive advantage of urban higher-ed institutions

In the coming years, urban colleges and universities will outperform their non-urban peers, bolstered by the 77 million Millennials who prefer to live in dense, diverse, and socially rich environments, writes SmithGroupJJR's Michael Johnson.