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Designed by Axiom Architecture, the structure's exterior balances glass, metal and masonry in a sleek, modern style defined by transparent columns and horizontal bands created with EFCO fenestration and framing products.

The Lenexa Old Town Activity Center has long served as a central gathering place for educational programs, recreational activities and community events, and recently underwent a major retrofit and expansion.

This article explores how advanced building technologies are shaping the future of climate-adaptive construction.

As the demand for high-performance buildings grows across commercial, institutional, and residential sectors, developers across the U.S. are turning to advanced insulation strategies to meet evolving energy goals.

New phase change material technologies can deliver up to 15 percent energy savings and 50 percent in tax credits.

This article offers a closer look at four areas where millwork manufacturers are playing a central role in transforming the sustainability landscape: manufacturing efficiency, responsible sourcing, regulatory compliance and documentation transparency. 

Rather than Zero Energy Buildings, we should pursue Zero Emissions Buildings. In addition to energy efficiency, we need buildings that eliminate the need for on-site fossil fuel use and only use zero emissions electricity.

To accomplish the university’s campus-wide, long-term goals, architects at the Design Collaborative first developed a comprehensive plan. 

The building design embraces the concept of a non-traditional high school, with flexible spaces tailored to meet the individual needs of students.