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AIA issues three new and enhanced tools for reducing risk of COVID-19 transmission in buildings

AIA issues three new and enhanced tools for reducing risk of COVID-19 transmission in buildings

Posted by | Jun 5, 2020 | 0 |

As communities across the US initiate phased reopening plans, The American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced Monday that it has released new resources to support employers, public officials and design professionals with re-occupying buildings more safely. AIA’s initiative included a team of architects, public health experts, engineers, and facility managers who developed strategies to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission in buildings, promote social distancing standards, and enhance wellbeing in communities transitioning to new lifestyle norms. A comprehensive report of the initiative is available on AIA’s website.

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FGIA Virtual Conference panels to focus on financial aid, recovery in wake of COVID-19

Posted by | Jun 4, 2020 | 0 |

During the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Virtual Summer Conference, FGIA will be hosting a series of panels pertaining to lessons learned for manufacturing operations during COVID-19, as well as an economic outlook and financial relief programs for the U.S. and Canada. These panels, taking place Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25, are exclusively available to those registered for the conference. Registration is now open.

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KOVA launches line of high-performance windows

KOVA launches line of high-performance windows

Posted by | Jun 4, 2020 | 0 |

KOVA, the official building products brand of Katerra, has launched a new line of high-performance windows. The company states that KOVA Windows are ideal for either new builds or retrofits in both residential and light commercial projects.

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New technical document from Vitro Architectural Glass addresses safety, cleaning and decontamination of glass surfaces

Posted by | Jun 3, 2020 | 0 |

Vitro Architectural Glass has published a new glass technical document titled “Decontaminating Glass Surfaces” (TD-154). Developed in response to customer questions related to glass handling and safety during the COVID-19 crisis, the five-page primer addresses a range of topics of interest to glass fabricators and window manufacturers as well architects, specifiers and designers.

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SVA Architects moves to new Oakland office

Posted by | Jun 3, 2020 | 0 |

SVA Architects announced last week that it has moved its Oakland operations to a new office, now located at 2030 Franklin Street, Suite 210.  The firm’s new space is located 0.4 mile from its former address, allowing many staff members to continue biking or walking to/from work. 

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Half Moon Bay Library in California

Half Moon Bay Library in California

Posted by | Jun 3, 2020 | 0 |

The award-winning Half Moon Bay Library in Calif., designed by Noll & Tam, LEED Platinum certified and designed to achieve net-zero energy. Sustainable features include a photovoltaic array, bioswales, recycled materials, ample daylight, a highly efficient building envelope, high performance HVAC systems, and low water use fixtures and drought tolerant planting—weaving sustainable elements through all parts of the site, building, and design.

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Everyone deserves universal respect and human dignity

Posted by | Jun 1, 2020 | 0 |

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2020 President Jane Frederick, FAIA, issued the following statement yesterday: “As Americans, we are mindful of this nation’s dark history of racial inequality. We are appalled by any actions that further threaten the universal respect and human dignity that everyone deserves. As architects, we remain committed to advancing civil rights protections, fair housing policies, and accessibility in the built world to help achieve the more perfect union we all seek…”

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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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