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Articles Tagged with ''sustainable design ''

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FGIA Launches New Aluminum Sustainability Webpages on FGIA Site

This new industry resource discusses the life cycle of aluminum fenestration products and the recyclability of that material
February 25, 2026

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has updated the Aluminum Material Council (AMC) portion of its site with webpages covering aluminum-focused sustainability.


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AIA: New Research Shows Architects Eager for Greater Influence in Building Product Innovation

Exploring how architects make specification decisions and collaborate with building product manufacturers
February 25, 2026

The American Institute of Architects, in collaboration with Deltek and ConstructConnect, has published the latest Architect’s Journey to Specification report, exploring how architects make specification decisions and collaborate with building product manufacturers.


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How Much of the U.S. Building Stock is Green Building Certified?

The recently published Metropolis + Interface U.S. Sustainable Design Report 2026 provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the U.S. building design and construction industry
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Daniel Overbey
February 23, 2026

The recently published Metropolis + Interface U.S. Sustainable Design Report 2026 provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the U.S. building design and construction industry. The report primarily focuses on decarbonization, material transparency, and circularity.


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Apogee Architectural Metals Publishes New White Paper

Shares statistics, trends and success stories for safety, wellness and resilience
February 20, 2026

“Health Care in Focus” is a new white paper from Apogee Architectural Metals addressing facility-focused design aspirations and evidence-based performance requirements to serve immediate and emerging patient needs.


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How a Multi-System Roofing Approach Modernized FSU’s Student Union

When it came to addressing the roofing needs of the new building, the architecture firm responsible for the core and envelope of the project needed a manufacturer capable of delivering comprehensive, integrated solutions
February 13, 2026

Architects Lewis + Whitlock sought a provider skilled in diverse roofing systems—including low-slope systems, as well as waterproofing with vegetated roof and pedestal paver applications—ultimately choosing Siplast due to the brand’s reputation for long-term durability. 


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Copper’s Renaissance: Enduring Performance Meets Modern Design

How a proven material continues to improve buildings, both new and old
Larry Peters
February 11, 2026

With its durable qualities and malleable form, copper is currently experiencing a renaissance. Its ability to bridge historic restoration with contemporary design — and its unparalleled resilience — puts copper at the forefront of current architectural trends. 


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Green Building Initiative Elects Sumayyah Theron as Chair of its Board of Directors

Membership Elects Theron and new Directors to GBI’s Board
February 10, 2026

The Green Building Initiative (GBI) announced its 2026 Board of Directors, including newly elected officers and directors approved by GBI membership.


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Hennebery Eddy Designs Multnomah County Library Operations Center Renovation & Expansion

This adaptive reuse project transformed a vacant 1995 grocery store into a bustling 73,000-square-foot workplace in vehicle-dominated east Portland
February 9, 2026

The Operations Center is the first project to meet Multnomah County’s ambitious fossil fuel-free buildings resolution and anticipates LEED Gold certification as well as Living Future Net-Zero Energy certification.


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Greenbuild 2026 Call for Proposals & Speakers

Greenbuild is now accepting session proposals from industry experts who want to share their knowledge about green building, design, health and wellness, architecture, construction, engineering, planning, and more
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Lindsay Lewis
February 2, 2026

Greenbuild has officially announced the theme for its 2026 event: Invest for Impact, a forward-looking call to action highlighting the power of sustainable investment, innovative design, and responsible development to drive meaningful change across the built environment.


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New DynaMax LT Ceilings for Colo Data Centers

Architects benefit from design efficiency, enhanced structural support, simplified installation and sustainability of DYNAMAX LT Structural Grid integrated with new DATAZONE ceiling panels
January 28, 2026

Armstrong World Industries, Inc. now offers DYNAMAX LT Structural Ceilings.


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