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Glass and Glazing

The next generation of thermal glazing: How improving U-value can yield energy savings and reduce carbon emissions

The standards for energy-efficient construction and design have been raised. Due to the development of advanced low-e coatings for the interior surface and vacuum insulating technologies, architects now have more choices to improve U-values wherever enhanced thermal performance is needed to create eco-friendly spaces. These options can double or even triple thermal performance, resulting in annual energy savings and a positive return on carbon.

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BD+C University Course | Jul 8, 2019

Shadow box design: To vent or not to vent [AIA course]

A curtain wall shadow box is a spandrel assembly consisting of vision glass at the building exterior and an opaque infill at the interior side of the curtain wall system. This course is worth 1.0 AIA LU/HSW. 

Design Innovation Report | Jun 25, 2019

2019 Design Innovation Report: Super labs, dream cabins, office boardwalks, façades as art

9 projects that push the limits of architectural design, space planning, and material innovation.

Glass and Glazing | GWWO | Feb 7, 2019

Designing for the birds is not just for the birds

We’ve all seen it. A dead bird laying on the sidewalk next to a building.  Or, maybe we’ve heard it. The loud bang of a bird flying into your window. 

Glass and Glazing | Elizabeth Cotton | Jan 3, 2019

L’Avenue Apartments, Montreal, Quebec

A new Montreal icon features glass in contrasting shades for optimal aesthetic appeal.

Glass and Glazing | Elizabeth Cotton | Dec 20, 2018

The beauty and benefits of tinted glass

Tinted glass helps to regulate a building’s temperature as it is designed to absorb energy from the visible light spectrum.

Glass and Glazing | Elizabeth Cotton | Dec 13, 2018

Glass sells: The importance of glass in retail

Store frontage is integral to showcasing what’s inside and, more importantly, who is inside.

Glass and Glazing | Bill O'Keeffe | Nov 26, 2018

Why “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” doesn’t work!

I refused to believe that wire glass, which has been used in the US for over 100 years, was the only fire rated glazing option.

Glass and Glazing | Oct 23, 2018

Patient care with clarity: UCSD Jacobs Medical Center strikes new form in health care delivery

A 'patient first' approach was the inspiration for the hospital’s design.

Glass and Glazing | Elizabeth Cotton | Aug 28, 2018

Energy efficient glass: Products for every climate

It is crucial to consider how glass, as beautiful as it may be, will improve the energy efficiency of buildings.

Glass and Glazing | Aug 6, 2018

New design guide for structural silicone glazing released

AAMA publication describes proper guidelines and glazing procedures for structural glazing.

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