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Overcladding Strategies for Institutional Buildings

Renewing Existing Façades

August 3, 2020

Building façades require upkeep and repair over time. These repairs can often be costly and disruptive to operations and occupants

An Award-Winning Renovation Project in Washington D.C.

July 27, 2020

The renovation of the historic building in the nation’s capital included a complete transformation of the façade, down to the precast structural members

Solutions to Protect Stucco Exteriors

Sto Corp.

July 17, 2020

Sto Corp. relaunched two solutions to protect stucco exteriors – Sto Crack Defense and Sto DrainScreen.

Verdict of Not Guilty for Salzburg Courthouse When It Comes to Sustainability

June 11, 2020

The building type of the law courts dates from the second half of the 19th century. At the time, such buildings were supposed to reflect the state's power.

Western Specialty Contractors on Rainscreen Systems

June 10, 2020

One of the most successful technologies used today to deter rainwater intrusion into a building's exterior wall and protect its envelope is the rainscreen system. Introduced more than 20 years ago in the United States, rainscreen technology has continued to advance, along with its popularity among building owners who desire a "stylish raincoat" for their structure.

COVID-19 Shutdown Ideal Time for Educational Facility Managers to Restore Building Facades

May 14, 2020

While students are not in school due to the COVID-19 shutdown, the experts at Western Specialty Contractors say now is an ideal time for facility managers to restore the building facades on their campus.

Glass Goes to Class

Thomas Renner

April 29, 2020

Projectable façade provides unique touch to new building at Kansas Community College

Iowa Project Caters to Football Fans

Renovation Shields Kinnick Stadium from Weather, Increases Comfort

Thomas Renner

March 18, 2020

Renovations completed last year at Kinnick Stadium will increase comfort for fans with a new hawk-wing-inspired glass façade, concourse, concessions, videoboard and more than 1,600 premium seats

Retrofitting Building Envelopes Can Improve Energy Efficiency

Some Improvements Consists of Energy Savings and Aesthetic Appeal

Michael Smalley

March 13, 2020

With many commercial buildings aiming to reduce their energy footprint, retrofitting a building enclosure can deliver energy savings, as well as an improvement on the building’s appearance