Author: PRISM

Rafael Aranda, Carme Pigem and Ramon Vilalta receive the 2017 Pritzker Architecture Prize

Posted by PRISM | Mar 1, 2017 | 0 |

Rafael Aranda, Carme Pigem and Ramon Vilalta have been selected as the 2017 Pritzker Architecture Prize Laureates, announced Tom Pritzker, Chairman of Hyatt Foundation, which sponsors the award that is known internationally as architecture’s highest honor. Their work demonstrates an unyielding commitment to place and its narrative, to create spaces that are in discourse with their respective contexts. Harmonizing materiality with transparency, Aranda, Pigem and Vilalta seek connections between the exterior and interior, resulting in emotional and experiential architecture.

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ClarkDietrich Building Systems CEO Bill Courtney to retire

Posted by PRISM | Mar 1, 2017 | 0 |

ClarkDietrich Building Systems announced the impending retirement of its president and CEO Bill Courtney. Courtney, who has been at the helm of ClarkDietrich, since its formation in 2011, and prior to that with ClarkWestern, will step down March 31, 2018, after which time he will continue to serve the company in a role on its board of directors.

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Pittsburgh’s transformation from industrial to sustainable propels surge in green innovation

Posted by PRISM | Feb 28, 2017 | 0 |

Pittsburgh’s ongoing physical, economic, and environmental transformation has propelled a surge in sustainable development, green innovation, and collaboration across multiple sectors – from municipal government, private business, nonprofit agencies, and university-based initiatives to major infrastructure projects, technology manufacturing, and equitable development.

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PPG to highlight DURANAR, DURASTAR, DURAFORM coatings at 2017 Frame Building Expo

Posted by PRISM | Feb 28, 2017 | 0 |

The PPG coil and building products – exterior coatings group will exhibit its full complement of DURANAR®, DURASTAR® and DURAFORM® coatings at the 2017 Frame Building Expo in Nashville, Tennessee, March 8-10.

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AAMA releases new selection and application guide for plastic-glazed skylights and sloped glazing

Posted by PRISM | Feb 28, 2017 | 0 |

The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) recently released a new document to provide guidance and sound technical information on the various aspects and considerations that need to be considered when applying plastic-glazed skylights and sloped glazing as an enhancement to a building design.

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SageGlass announces three completed installations in commercial office sector

Posted by PRISM | Feb 28, 2017 | 0 |

SageGlass®, the pioneer of the world’s smartest electrochromic glass, announced three completed commercial office installations in Nebraska, Iowa and California. SageGlass, a product of Saint-Gobain, was chosen for its ability to control sunlight to optimize daylight, outdoor views and comfort while preventing glare, fading and overheating to create a productive and comfortable work environment.

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DECRA® Roofing Systems celebrates 60 years of excellence in stone-coated steel roofing

Posted by PRISM | Feb 28, 2017 | 0 |

DECRA® Roofing Systems, Inc., the company that invented the stone-coated steel roofing category and remains its leading manufacturer, is celebrating 60 years of excellence in successfully protecting residential and light commercial projects.

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WoodWorks announces 2017 Wood Design Award winners

Posted by PRISM | Feb 27, 2017 | 0 |

Wood Products Council announced the winners of its 2017 Wood Design Awards, which celebrate excellence in wood building design across the U.S. Chosen by an independent jury in nine national categories, the winning projects exemplify attributes of wood such as beauty, strength, versatility and sustainability.

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Rivers Casino proposes $51.5 million North Shore hotel

Posted by PRISM | Feb 24, 2017 | 0 |

Rivers Casino appeared before the Pittsburgh Planning Commission January 24, 2017. to outline plans for a proposed $51.5 million North Shore hotel. The seven-story, four-star hotel will include 221 guest rooms and will connect to the casino on its east end, utilizing the vacant land between the casino and the Carnegie Science Center.

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Entering 2017, architecture billings slip modestly

Posted by PRISM | Feb 24, 2017 | 0 |

The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) dipped slightly into negative territory in January, after a very strong showing in December.

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