An innovative commercial and residential solution for mass wall insulations
February 2, 2026
Smartrock is available in thicknesses ranging from 2” to 6” to meet residential and commercial energy code requirements in all regions of the United States.
Greenbuild is now accepting session proposals from industry experts who want to share their knowledge about green building, design, health and wellness, architecture, construction, engineering, planning, and more
Greenbuild has officially announced the theme for its 2026 event: Invest for Impact, a forward-looking call to action highlighting the power of sustainable investment, innovative design, and responsible development to drive meaningful change across the built environment.
These adoptions are a significant step toward ensuring the safety, efficiency and resiliency of New York City
February 2, 2026
New York City has adopted the 2025 NYC Energy Conservation Code based on the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code and the NYC Existing Building Code based on the International Existing Building Code.
During pre-publication meetings, AIA raised concerns with this approach in a November statement, joined by nearly 70 organizations representing hundreds of thousands of students and professionals
February 1, 2026
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) strongly opposes a proposed Department of Education rule that would strip Masters of Architecture and Doctorates of Architecture programs of their professional designation, limiting federal loans for thousands of architecture students to just $20,500 per year.
Alpen thin glass technology paired with FreMarq Zero•Net framing supports up to R-10-level whole-assembly performance, long-term energy savings, and improved occupant comfort
January 30, 2026
FreMarq Innovations announced an agreement with Alpen, a leader in advanced insulating glass technology, to support the use of Alpen’s thin glass technology within FreMarq’s Zero•Net patented curtain wall framing systems.
This company-focused grant is aimed at extending education opportunities, building engagement within FGIA, and furthering professional growth and advancement
January 29, 2026
Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) corporate member companies have until March 31 to apply for the Bill Briese Educational Engagement Grant Program, which awards a $1,000 grant per company to use toward a first-time FGIA conference registration or enrollment in an FGIA education program.
A featured conversation on the power of design in strengthening communities and supporting effective local leadership
January 29, 2026
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is participating in the 94th Winter Meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) in Washington, D.C., January 28-30, 2026, convening more than 300 mayors and senior city leaders from across the country.
David Huchteman as CEO and Marin Gertler as Chief Design Officer
January 28, 2026
Carrier Johnson + Culture (CJ+C), an award-winning interdisciplinary design firm, announced a next-generation leadership structure that reflects the firm’s purpose and forward-looking vision as it approaches its 50th year of practice.