The design team, consisting of ZGF Cotter Architects, Fast + Epp structural engineers, and ITC Construction Group, paid close attention to energy-saving measures at the building envelope to minimize costs and carbon footprint, and improve occupant comfort

When buildings are renovated, improvements can be limited by the original building design or the techniques used in the initial construction or past renovations

Learning from our current landscape and the stress the pandemic has forced on our infrastructure, it has become abundantly clear that society must put a greater emphasis on the task of strengthening our buildings, both residential and commercial, to create safe and structurally strong communities

From a historic hurricane and wildfire season to unprecedented social distancing efforts in commercial buildings, extreme conditions pose challenges when it comes to designing resilient, high-performing commercial enclosures—particularly commercial rooftops

Education and awareness of the need for greater energy efficiency have moved the needle for higher performance building envelopes prompting greater consideration of insulation levels, R-value, air tightness, vapor diffusion, condensation control and more

Sunshades are an integral factor in enhancing not only the aesthetic of a building, but also its efficiency and sustainability

With an increased emphasis on protecting natural resources, architects are working hard at finding innovative solutions

One of the current trends is due to the subject that has dominated headlines for all of 2020, COVID-19. Because of the pandemic, the world is changing. Importing products from across the world is an idea that is leaving companies hesitant and concerned

Supporting cost-effective, energy-efficient, sustainable, high-performance building envelopes, Technoform introduces its thermal isolator clip for buildings with continuous insulation systems.

Focused on enhancing the staff's experience in an attractive, healthy and productive workplace, the building also is designed to achieve both the USGBC's LEED Gold certification and the International WELL Building Institute's certification