A new report from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) details how educational architecture programs are reaching underrepresented students in K-8 classrooms. AIA’s K-8 Learning by Design Chapter Grants—funded by Armstrong World Industries Foundation—seeks to introduce the architecture profession among underrepresented students in K-8 classrooms.
Read More“Stucco and manufactured stone buildings with wood-based sheathing have unique challenges when it comes to moisture. Without the proper moisture protection, long-term structural integrity is compromised,” explained Marcus Jablonka, Vice President of Operations & Marketing at Dörken Systems Inc. “This was the inspiration behind DELTA®-DRY & LATH. The new system works to not only block solar-driven moisture from moving through the wall from the outside, but also gets rid of any moisture that originated from inside the house in the first place. This process of full ventilation paves the way for quicker drying, and helps to prevent moisture-related issues.”
Read MoreYKK AP America today announced it has opened its doors to a new manufacturing facility in Cincinnati, Ohio. The manufacturing center, which will be dedicated to production, distribution and logistics, will improve the company’s service capabilities for customers in the Midwest region. The establishment of this new facility underscores YKK AP’s commitment to quality and service for its customers both locally, and across the country.
Read MoreEffective March 1st, 2019, or as existing contracts permit, Arkema is increasing by 0.8 US$/kg the prices of its Kynar® fluoropolymer product ranges in Asia Pacific.
Read MoreThe American Institute of Architects (AIA) announces it has formed a Strategic Partnership with Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope®.
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The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) announces the hiring of Kathy Krafka Harkema as its Codes and Regulatory Affairs Manager, effective Jan. 14.
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The main purpose of building codes is to protect health, safety and welfare as they relate to buildings and their construction, taking into consideration emergency evacuations in cases of fire and smoke. Emergency strategies and codes consider not only human behavior, but also the shape and function of the building, the number of occupants and how different events such as fire, smoke, storms, tornadoes and earthquakes affect different parts of the building.
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ULI Los Angeles, in partnership with VerdeXchange, announces FutureBuild 2019. The leading minds of urban transformation will offer resilient, livable and sustainable solutions for the 21st Century on Tuesday, January 29, 2019.
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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) new headquarters is more than a typical office building—it is a space that enables health professionals to come together to share the latest enhancements in pediatric health. delivered the client’s vision in a playful, yet sophisticated way. The result is a cost-conscious, built-to-suit office building for all of AAP’s members and employees.
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Nonresidential construction spending on buildings is projected to grow by 4.4 percent through 2019, according to a new consensus forecast from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).
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