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This article addresses ten common questions specific to LEED recertification, which may not be so clearly or pointedly addressed in the officially published material.

Discover how modern advancements meet proven performance in modified bitumen roof assemblies.

To help the residentially oriented façades disappear behind landscaping, designers opted for architectural metal cladding.

Cortec recently shared the importance of service life prediction models and Migrating Corrosion Inhibitors^® in helping engineers achieve a structure’s desired lifespan.

Constructing on top of the water instead of retreating from it lets cities expand without fighting for available inland space or worrying about rising tides. However, it’s not an easy process. Building envelopes will need to adapt to support these towns of the future.

The curtainwall frames the clear panoramic vistas from the 11,000-square-foot glass observation tower and its transparent, cantilevered “cage,” plus views from the expansive surrounding two-level structure.

What efficiency changes can designers implement based on a U-value? Many options are available that can make a huge difference in this metric.

The performing arts center’s design captures the essence of theater while simultaneously showcasing school pride. It features a light-filled, steel and glass lobby that welcomes visitors into the structure.