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The Economic Case for Climate-Resilient Construction

Our buildings are on the front lines of changing global climate
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Alex Barrego
May 5, 2025

Understanding the true value of these construction shifts means looking beyond the price tag. When approached strategically, these solutions reduce long-term recovery costs, enhance property performance, and provide a critical hedge against the rising financial risks of a changing climate. 


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The Latest with RICOWI

Lindsay Lewis is the Editor of Building Enclosure magazine.
Lindsay Lewis
May 4, 2025
We were joined by Al Janni, Product Testing/Code Approval Specialist for Duro-Last, to chat about RICOWI and what the association has been working on.
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Experts at a recent METALCON Online panel stressed that true resilience starts with smarter materials, stricter codes, and whole-building system design.

Metal Construction and Resilience in a Climate of Crisis

How metal is shaping resilient building design
Fiona Maguire-O’Shea
May 2, 2025

As climate threats escalate, experts at METALCON warn that outdated codes and weak materials won’t cut it — metal construction must lead the resilience movement.


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How Architectural Businesses Can Navigate Growth Amid Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty

Look for ways to lower overhead costs, capitalize on potential efficiencies
Ben Johnston
April 30, 2025

With a strategic approach, businesses can navigate unpredictable waters and position themselves for growth in the coming months and years.


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Please Take Your Embodied Carbon Conversation Outside

A site hardscape's contribution to a project's total embodied carbon can drastically impact the overall project’s embodied carbon footprint
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Daniel Overbey
April 28, 2025

A site hardscape's contribution to a project's total embodied carbon can drastically impact the overall project’s embodied carbon footprint.


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No Clear Vision Yet of Tariffs’ Impact U.S. Roofing Industry

The U.S. roofing industry is grappling with significant challenges following the announcements of new tariffs
Ellen Thorp
April 25, 2025

Faced with a lack of clarity regarding their scope and application, new tariffs have the potential to affect the cost and supply chain of essential materials like steel, aluminum, carbon black and various fasteners.


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Recent Trends in the Steel Window and Door Industry

How the steel window and door industry is evolving to meet the diverse and changing needs of architects
Brian Whalen
April 23, 2025

The steel window and door industry is experiencing dynamic shifts driven by evolving architectural preferences, advancements in technology, and changing consumer demands. This article explores the latest trends shaping the industry.


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Hotel Stylishly Dressed with Copper Anodize Finish

The dual-branded Moxy “Lou” and Hotel Distil present a spirited, historically rooted, upscale Southern hospitality destination on Whiskey Row
April 21, 2025

Respecting the area’s architectural legacy and historic address, the hotel tower features an aluminum cladding system by Crown Corr finished in a Copper Anodize by Linetec.


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Chadwick Collins, SPRI’s Technical Director, tells us all about what SPRI’s been working on behind the scenes and some new updates, including the 2025 revision of the RD-1 standard, formally titled ANSI/SPRI RD-1 Performance Standard for Retrofit Drains
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Updates to RD-1 Performance Standard for Retrofit Drains

Lindsay Lewis is the Editor of Building Enclosure magazine.
Lindsay Lewis
April 20, 2025
Chadwick Collins, SPRI’s Technical Director, tells us all about what SPRI’s been working on and some new updates, including the 2025 revision of the RD-1 standard, formally titled ANSI/SPRI RD-1 Performance Standard for Retrofit Drains.
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Innovative Daylighting Design

A visually striking facility that maximizes natural daylight through advanced daylighting systems, creating a bright, energy-efficient space for various tenants
April 18, 2025

A visually striking, adaptable facility that maximizes natural daylight through advanced daylighting systems, creating a bright, energy-efficient space for various tenants. 


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