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sponsored | Jeff Alexander | Apr 22, 2016

Coil-Coating Process Improvements Lower Costs and Environmental Impact

The process has made pre-painted metals a top choice for builders because of the aesthetic, environmental, performance and cost benefits.

Paladino | Apr 20, 2016

5 ways rapid tech growth can drive sustainability leadership in Seattle

Paladino's Nash Emrich writes that Seattle can keep its edge in sustainability by leveraging new energy performance transparency rules, using wellness to attract top tech talent, and embracing innovative commuting options.

sponsored | Kenny Stoner | Apr 19, 2016

Where is the steel line?

Not having a complete understanding of what the steel line is can affect the building process, causing delays and problems, writes Kenny Stoner

Proving Ground | Apr 15, 2016

Should architects learn to code?

Even if learning to code does not personally interest you, the growing demand for having these capabilities in an architectural business cannot be overlooked, writes computational design expert Nathan Miller.

Stantec | Apr 14, 2016

Creating a home for eldercare using the ‘Green House’ design concept

VOA Associates’ Douglas King offers design considerations in implementing the Green House concept in eldercare for continuing care retirement communities.

sponsored | Jeff Alexander | Apr 12, 2016

Prepainted metals for exterior design visions

Prepainted metals are becoming popular for both commercial and residential use thanks to their durability, resistance to weathering, and environmentally friendly attributes

sponsored | Allen Hurtz | Apr 11, 2016

MBMA works with Underwriter’s Laboratory to fire test metal buildings

The fire safety of metal building systems is crucial. The ability of a metal building to prevent or slow down the spread of fire protects the structure and saves occupants' lives.

Perkins and Will | Apr 8, 2016

The sustainability culture shift: 8 steps for success

Perkins+Will's Jon Douglas has eight strategies that will start an organization on the path to embedding sustainability into its culture and begin the process of making deep carbon reductions.

CannonDesign | Apr 4, 2016

3 key trends in student housing for Boston’s higher education community

The city wants to add 18,500 student residence beds by the year 2030. CannonDesign's Lynne Deninger identifies three strategies that will help schools maximize value over the next decade or so.

David Barista | Mar 31, 2016

Deep Learning + AI: How machines are becoming master problem solvers

Besides revolutionary changes to the world’s workforce, artificial intelligence could have a profound impact on the built environment and the AEC industry.

sponsored | Bill O'Keeffe | Mar 31, 2016

Unlimited? Not When it Comes to Fire Rated Glass

Code limitations do not match manufacturer’s tested listings

Gensler | Mar 29, 2016

Why drawing remains relevant in the design process

Hand-drawn concepts allow ideas to emerge and build stronger connections between the design and the audience, as Gensler Principal and Design Director Alex Fernández writes.

HDR | Mar 28, 2016

Predictive analytics: How design firms can benefit from using data to find patterns, trends, and relationships

Branden Collingsworth, HDR’s new Director of Predictive Analytics, clarifies what his team does and how architecture projects can benefit from predictive analytics.

sponsored | Jeff Alexander | Mar 23, 2016

Fluropon Dimensional Colors: Architectural Coatings That Sparkle, Shift, and Radiate

Fluropon, Valspar’s premier architectural coating, has a new line of dimensional colors, delivering brilliant hues and dazzling effects. These colors shift, sparkle, and radiate—effects previously not available in 70% PVDF coatings.