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Vectorworks Highlights 2026 Industry Trends Shaping the Future of Design

Sustainability, Smart Tools, and Immersive Technology Gain Momentum as Defining Themes

December 18, 2025

Vectorworks, Inc., reveals its 2026 industry trend insights, outlining the key forces set to define the architecture, interior architecture, landscape architecture and design, and live events industries.

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Vitro Architectural Glass Signs Multi-Year Research Agreement with Penn State

The project, which runs through July 2028, will focus on adapting LionGlass for the float process

December 17, 2025

LionGlass, a stronger and more sustainable glass invented at Penn State, may soon be developed for windows and windshields, thanks to a new partnership with North America’s largest architectural glass manufacturer Vitro Architectural Glass.

TYPAR Clear Acrylic Flashing Earns Industry Accolades for Product Innovation

Since its debut, the product has rapidly gained acclaim across the architecture, building and construction communities

December 17, 2025

TYPAR is celebrating a series of industry award wins recognizing the innovation and impact of TYPAR Clear Acrylic Flashing, the industry’s first fully transparent flashing solution.

Vitro Architectural Glass Announces Promotions of Chris Fronsoe, Trevor Hall

These leadership changes reinforce Vitro's strategic focus on pioneering high-performance glass solutions while delivering exceptional service to partners and customers

December 17, 2025

Vitro Architectural Glass announced the promotions of Chris Fronsoe to Director of Innovation, Commercial Segment, and Trevor Hall to West National Architectural Team Manager.

AIA Announces 2026 Board of Directors and Appointment of Public Directors

Led by incoming 2026 President Illya Azaroff, FAIA, the Board will guide the Institute’s strategic direction over the coming year

December 17, 2025

The 2026 Board of Directors to the American Institute of Architects (AIA) have been selected.

Elevate Announces Nevin Holly as New President

With more than 25 years of experience spanning the building products and commercial roofing sectors, Nevin brings a deep understanding of customer needs and the evolving commercial roofing landscape

December 17, 2025

Elevate, a leader in commercial roofing and building products for 45 years, announced Nevin Holly has joined as President.

Registration Now Open for the 2026 FGIA Annual Conference

March 2-5

December 17, 2025

Registration is now open for the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) 2026 Annual Conference, taking place March 2-5 in Huntington Beach, Calif., at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach.

CFSEI Releases Tech Note B011-25 for Engineers New to Cold-Formed Steel Framing Design

CFSEI Releases Tech Note for Engineers New to CFS Framing

CFSEI’s new Tech Note B011-25 offers guidance to help engineers new to CFS navigate the wide range of member options and industry standards available for efficient steel framing design

December 17, 2025

The Cold-Formed Steel Engineers Institute (CFSEI) has published Tech Note B011-25, “Cold-Formed Steel Framing Design: Where Do I Begin?”

AIA: Business Activity at Architecture Firms Remains Stagnant

Firms are unlikely to see a significant increase in billings until work in the pipeline resumes

December 17, 2025

The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score for November was 45.3, marking the 13th consecutive month of declining billings at architecture firms, and the 35th month of a score below 50 out of the last 38.

BIA Honors 2025 Brick in Architecture Award Winners

Winners to be Honored at First Brick Excellence Gala on April 9

December 16, 2025

The Brick Industry Association (BIA) has awarded 42 winning projects in the 2025 Brick in Architecture Awards, the world’s leading design competition featuring fired-clay brick.