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Month: May 2019

AAMA advocates on industry’s behalf at recent International Code Council Committee Action Hearings

AAMA advocates on industry’s behalf at recent International Code Council Committee Action Hearings

Posted by | May 31, 2019 | 0 |

The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) worked on behalf of its members during International Code Council (ICC) Committee Action Hearings (CAH) April 28-May 8 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. AAMA represented its members, working with other industry groups and interested individuals to take positive action on behalf of the fenestration industry.” AAMA was able to earn committee approval on a number of proposals which had failed to earn approval in previous code cycles,” said Kathy Krafka Harkema, AAMA Codes and Regulatory Affairs Manager. “Earning committee approval on code proposals is an important step in the ICC code development process. The next hurdle AAMA will work to clear is public comment hearing approval.”

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AIA releases updated Interiors Contract Documents

AIA releases updated Interiors Contract Documents

Posted by | May 31, 2019 | 0 |

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced last week that it is releasing six updated contract documents designed for interior construction projects. The new interior contract documents will allow architects to better understand risks and responsibilities associated with designing building interiors. Additionally, they support management of vendors—for furniture, fixtures and equipment—and contractors.

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CornellCookson to showcase code-driven solutions and Continuing Education Course at AIA Conference on Architecture 2019

CornellCookson to showcase code-driven solutions and Continuing Education Course at AIA Conference on Architecture 2019

Posted by | May 31, 2019 | 0 |

Located at booth #6716, CornellCookson will display four products that provide unique combinations of durability, life safety and improved aesthetics. This includes the company’s brand new tornado-shelter StormDefender™ Door along with the design-forward SteelWeave™ Metal Mesh Grille and code-driven SmokeShield™ Elevator closure. CornellCookson will also take part in the AIA Continuing Education (CE) Theater and Passport programs, in addition its own in-booth promotions and giveaways.

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ASLA opens new exhibition: Smart Policies for a Changing Climate

ASLA opens new exhibition: Smart Policies for a Changing Climate

Posted by | May 29, 2019 | 0 |

In 2018, ASLA’s interdisciplinary Blue Ribbon Panel on Climate Change and Resilience issued a report which outlined policy recommendations and design best practices for creating resilient, sustainable communities. The new Smart Policies for a Changing Climate Exhibition showcases 20 diverse case studies that illustrate the success these recommendations can have in harnessing natural systems, reducing carbon emissions, and improving communities’ resilience to climate change.

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YKK AP America grows southwest sales team with the addition of Michael Platt as Architectural Sales Representative

YKK AP America grows southwest sales team with the addition of Michael Platt as Architectural Sales Representative

Posted by | May 29, 2019 | 0 |

YKK AP America today strengthens its sales team with the appointment of Michael Platt as Architectural Sales Representative. Platt will service the San Antonio metro area where he will leverage his excellent relationship building skills to capitalize on growth opportunities and increase profitability within the building enclosure market.

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Slight rebound for architecture billings in April

Slight rebound for architecture billings in April

Posted by | May 29, 2019 | 0 |

Following a sizable decrease in demand for design services in March, AIA’s April Architecture Billings Index (ABI) climbed back into positive territory according to a new report announced May 22. The score for April showed a slight increase in design services to 50.5 in April, and business conditions remained positive in the South.

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Pulp Studio expands architectural glass product offerings with introduction of the ultra-thin, light- and damage-resistant DermaGlass™

Posted by | May 28, 2019 | 0 |

Pulp Studio states DermaGlass™ is only 1.3mm in thickness, yet it is as durable and damage-resistant as more traditional thicker heat-treated glass. Using an ion-exchange process, DermaGlass™ is highly resilient and extremely versatile. Due to its thin profile it can be used by designers to bend the glass around columns or into decorative shapes.

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Miller Hull and Lease Crutcher Lewis to design and develop University of Washington’s cutting-edge Population Health Initiative in Seattle

Miller Hull and Lease Crutcher Lewis to design and develop University of Washington’s cutting-edge Population Health Initiative in Seattle

Posted by | May 28, 2019 | 0 |

The 290,000-square-foot building is conceived as a hybrid facility designed to respond directly to the mission of the University of Washington’s Population Health Initiative—a 25-year vision to address the most persistent and emerging challenges affecting human health, environmental resilience and social and economic equity across the globe. Led by design-build collaborators Miller Hull and Lease Crutcher Lewis, the project is being developed using an Integrated Design-Build (IDB) delivery method, a process that encourages teams to embrace elements of Integrated Project Delivery as well as Lean Design and Construction—techniques developed to create efficiency while maximizing value and minimizing waste

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HERCULITE tempered glass, a pioneer in keeping the action on the ice

HERCULITE tempered glass, a pioneer in keeping the action on the ice

Posted by | May 28, 2019 | 0 |

Though tempered glass no longer is used in hockey arenas, windows and doors made with Herculite glass remain the global standard for meeting today’s rigorous safety glass mandates. Heat- and chemically strengthened to be lightweight, sturdy and versatile Herculite glass is a trusted safety glass brand. Vitro Glass has four technical documents (TDs) related to heat-strengthened and tempered glass.

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Cradle to Cradle Certified products

The Cradle to Cradle program certifies products based on five quality categories—material health, material reutilization, renewable energy and carbon management, water stewardship, and social fairness. Click here to see a list of building supply & materials, as well as other products, that are Cradle to Cradle certified.

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