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The translucent building envelope maximizes natural lighting during the day and creates a soft glowing appearance when lit from the inside at night

To realize the project's aesthetic, performance and sustainability goals, the glazing contractor installed a high-performance curtainwall, storefront and entrance systems

Considering weather events, changes in temperature, and building movement, it is unlikely that any building will remain 100 percent weatherproof. But with the right materials and assembly, extra steps can be taken to reduce the risk of damage under both normal and severe weather conditions

The topic of “architectural water testing” creates a lot of confusion among architects. This is because many architects who have worked on small to midsize commercial projects have likely never encountered it

Recent legislative initiatives have helped bring bird-friendly design to the forefront of innovative facade architecture and fabrication

The Air Barrier Association of America founded its great reputation in building performance on a well-established Site Quality Assurance Program

East Carolina University's first 2019-20 home football game resulted in a win and ushered in the beginning of a new era for Pirates fans at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. The recently completed, $60 million, southside renovation added 1,000 premium seats in TowneBank Tower

Contrary to popular belief, building codes do allow for use of permeable water-resistive barriers (WRBs) in cold climates

Prior to the June 2017 Grenfell Tower fire in the United Kingdom, relatively little focus was placed on the factors that contribute to vertical fire spread

The approximately 430,000 square foot development reinvigorates the downtown area with its visually-compelling profile and its capacity for new business, entertainment, and residences