Articles Tagged with ''building envelope design''

Walls influence more than structure and sound. They quietly shape how a building feels to the people who use it: how it sounds, how the air smells, how a child with asthma sleeps at night, how a worker feels finishing the day. Insulation is part of that story.

This May, the National Institute of Building Sciences will host the 2026 Building Innovation Conference at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner, in McLean, Virginia, featuring a strong lineup of respected leaders from across the built environment.

The Garland Company, Inc. announced the newest addition to its ketone ethylene ester membrane system: KEE-Stone Legacy.

Some of factors Benjamin Obdyke is seeing have an influence on the design and construction of multifamily building envelopes this year—and how to navigate changes

Benjamin Obdyke now offers BenWrap SA, a self-adhered version of its traditional flat wrap, BenWrap (previously known as FlatWrap HP).

Global Holdings, the international real estate development and investment firm led by Chairman and Founder Eyal Ofer, announced a first-of-its-kind, Glass-Only Retrofit at Class A office tower 1250 Broadway, also known as Nomad Tower.

This article explores the significant design, engineering, and long-term performance benefits of an integrated rainscreen system compared to a non-integrated component assembly.

The new facility, just under 18,000 square feet, brings together multiple aircraft rescue and firefighting bays, a state-of-the-art general aviation terminal, and administration offices for the Contra Costa County Public Works Airports Division. 

Modeling and evaluating envelope performance during the design phase can help identify potential issues early, while thoughtful material selection allows designers to balance performance, aesthetics, and long-term value.