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AIA and U.S. Conference of Mayors Partner to Promote Disaster Risk Reduction Strategies for Cities

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Architects and mayors share common goals in creating stronger, safer, and more vibrant communities. AIA continues to expand its partnership with USCM by highlighting programs and architects' expertise that help local leaders leverage design to address community challenges and opportunities.

Cornerstone's Armacoil Steel Coils Expand Access in Texas, Florida

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Armacoil coils offer reliable supply for roll-forming contractors.

Lawrence Group Names Elizabeth Baumgartner Director

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Industry veteran Elizabeth Baumgartner joins Lawrence Group as Director of Procurement.

KWK Architects Completes Transition to Lawrence Group Brand

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Following a successful merger and three years of strategic integration, KWK Architects will officially complete its transition to the Lawrence Group brand on July 1, marking the final step in uniting the two firms under one name.

METALCON Announces Education and Training for 2026

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As METALCON takes place Oct. 7–9, in Orlando, Fla., this year’s program will emphasize practical training, market intelligence, technical education and business-focused learning.

East Austin Mass Timber Project Opens Workbench

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Workbench opens in East Austin, blending mass timber construction with sustainable design.

DIG Architecture Names Suzette Bather Managing Principal Queens, NY Office

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

DIG Architecture (DIG) has announced that Suzette Bather has joined the firm as managing principal in charge of its Queens office.

New USGBC Interactive Map Spotlights LEED- and TRUE-Certified Stadiums for Summertime Sports, including International Soccer

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The U.S. Green Building Council launched the Sustainable Stadiums Interactive Map, a new tool that helps fans, media, venue operators and city leaders explore LEED- and TRUE-certified stadiums across North America—alongside LEED-certified hotels, restaurants and other buildings located near participating venues.

Perkins&Will Names Matthew Krissel as Design Director in New York and Philadelphia

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Global architecture and design practice Perkins&Will announced that Matthew Krissel has been appointed Design Director for the firm’s New York and Philadelphia studios.

2026 North American Fenestration Standard Published

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The 2026 edition of AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for windows, doors, and skylights (NAFS) has been published.

Registration is Now Open for the 2026 IIBEC BES

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Registration for the 2026 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium (BES) is now open! Join more than 300 building enclosure professionals for an engaging, in-person experience focused on the latest advancements, challenges, and solutions shaping our industry.

The Roofing Alliance Announces 2026-27 Leadership

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Roofing Alliance announced their Board of Trustees for 2026-2027. Sherri Miles of J.D. Miles & Sons Inc., Chesapeake, Virginia, will serve as president and John Campbell of Eagle Roofing Products, Rialto, California will serve as vice president.

Gale Associates, Inc. Opens Providence, Rhode Island Office

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Gale Associates, Inc. announced the opening of its new Rhode Island office at The Foundry in Providence, a nationally recognized historic landmark and one of the city’s most distinctive commercial campuses.

Architects Warn U.S. Governors of Federal Emergency Planning Gap, Urge Immediate Action

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The American Institute of Architects has sent a letter to the governors of all 55 U.S. states and territories urging them to engage architects trained in disaster assistance to strengthen community resilience, improve emergency planning, and bolster preparedness before the next storm strikes.

SPRI Announces Plans to Revise Multiple Test Standards

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

SPRI announces plans to revise test standard for edge systems used with low slope roofing systems and test standard for external gutter systems.

FGIA Virtual Summer Summit Highlights Key Trends

Sun, 31 May 2026 09:26:01 -0400

Explore EPR laws, black vinyl trends, blast resistance and code updates at FGIA's summit.

AIA Joins Coalition Filing Amicus Brief to Protect White House

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The American Institute of Architects and a coalition of nonprofit organizations focused on architecture, historic preservation, and National Parks stewardship filed an amicus curiae brief on May 27, 2026, in National Trust for Historic Preservation in the United States v. National Park Service.

HLW Promotes Seven Leaders Across Global Offices

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Global architecture and design firm HLW announced the promotion of seven leaders across its offices, recognizing exceptional talent, dedication, and the continued evolution of the firm's design and delivery capabilities.

SGH Expands Building Enclosure Consulting Presence in Atlanta

Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger announced the strategic expansion of the firm’s building enclosure consulting services in Atlanta, GA, and the Southeastern United States.

DBIA Updates and Expands Teaming Agreement Guidance with New Design-Build Deeper Dive

Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Design-Build Institute of America has released Design-Build Teaming Agreements: A Design-Build Done Right Deeper Dive, an expanded resource that builds on DBIA’s existing teaming agreement guidance with updated recommendations, practical tools and real-world considerations for increasingly complex design-build pursuits.

Architects, Contractors Unite to Strengthen Collaboration and Improve Project Outcomes

Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) released a new joint framework aimed at strengthening collaboration between architects and contractors to improve project outcomes across the construction industry.

DIG Architecture Unveils Bold Rebrand and “Groundbreaking” Vision at 20th Anniversary Milestone Event

Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

DIG Architecture launched a vibrant new brand identity and narrative during its 20th Anniversary Appreciation Event, recently held at Hamilton Farm Golf Club.

FK Architecture Celebrates Groundbreaking for Two Affordable Austin Communities

Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

FK Architecture celebrated the groundbreaking for two affordable housing communities in Austin, Texas: Bailey at Berkman and Bailey at Stassney, on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at 5516 Humming Bird Lane.

METALCON 2026 Announces Keynote Speakers

Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

METALCON’s keynotes will deliver timely perspectives on resilience, uncertainty and opportunity this October in Orlando.

Sto Names Gosselin General Manager for Canada Unit

Sat, 23 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Construction veteran Nick Gosselin joins Sto to lead Canada operations and drive growth nationwide.

ICAA Webinar to Break Down 2024 IECC Rules

Fri, 22 May 2026 09:50:00 -0400

ICAA webinar explores 2024 IECC updates, insulation rules and air leakage standards.

SPRI Announces Plans to Update NT-1 and RP-4 Standards

Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

SPRI announced that SPRI RP-4 2022 “Wind Design Standard for Ballasted Single-Ply Roofing Systems” and SPRI NT-1 “Detection and Location of Latent Moisture in Building Roofing Systems by Nuclear Radioisotopic Thermalization” are being revised and will be re-canvassed for approval as an American National Standard.

Roof Restoration Benchmark Report Shows Restoration is Often the Smarter Business Decision

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

APOC announced findings from a new benchmark study that provides data validating the performance and profitability of roof restoration compared to traditional reroofing methods.

AIA/Deltek ABI: Billing Activity at Architecture Firms Moderates

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index fell from 49.8 in March, when billings were essentially flat, to 48.3 in April, signaling that more firms reported declining billings than rising billings.

MFM Building Products Ultra HT Earns WUI Class A Fire Rating

Wed, 20 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

MFM adds WUI fire rating for Ultra HT roof.