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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a plan for implementing a new label program to boost American production of more climate-friendly construction materials and products. The label program will prioritize steel, glass, asphalt and concrete.
The standards for energy-efficient construction and design have been raised. Due to the development of advanced low-e coatings for the interior surface and vacuum insulating technologies, architects now have more choices to improve U-values wherever enhanced thermal performance is needed to create eco-friendly spaces. These options can double or even triple thermal performance, resulting in annual energy savings and a positive return on carbon.
The Contra Costa County Administration Building in Martinez, Calif., is the world’s first public project to achieve the zero-waste-focused TRUE Gold certification for construction. The TRUE Certification for Construction program, administered by Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), recognizes projects that achieve exceptional levels of waste reduction, reuse, and recycling.
BD+C Editors break down July's top 15 building products, from Façades by Design to Schweiss Doors's Strap Latch bifold door.
New windows would need to not only stand the test of time, but also accommodate the aesthetics of an architecturally historic church.
eservices platform uses the power of the Internet to deliver more value to customers.
The complex is a mixed-use development featuring both residential and commercial properties.
The Living Building Challenge was chosen from a pool of 122 of entries from around the world.
Student input on green elements provides learning experience.
Millitello is a 31-year veteran who has overseen the construction of campus-size projects.
Project receives LEED Gold certification.
Yates is responsible for the start up, launch and ongoing sales and marketing of Allsteel’s new Beyond movable walls.
Casaccio Yu Architects designed the 11,300-sf fitness and social complex.
The master plan, created by Studio Daniel Libeskind, is a dynamic urban environment containing contributions from 19 different architects practicing in diverse locations around the globe.
