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Recognised for regional commitment
Vitro Architectural Glass is pleased to announce that its energy-efficient, low-embodied carbon glass is featured in eight award-winning projects recognized by the American Institute of Architects (AIA).
Birmingham revitalizes its Brutalist arena facade with a new curtain wall featuring Solarban® 72 Acuity® glass by Vitro Architectural Glass.
Guardian Glass’ collaboration with Boulder Associates led the architecture firm to specify Guardian Hybrid Vacuum IG™ windows.
Schwennsen was elected Chancellor by members of the College of Fellows and is the first woman to serve as both AIA President (2005-06) and Chancellor of the College of Fellows.
Lee, a multi-faceted design leader who uniquely blends her architectural background with a technology-driven focus, was inaugurated as the 101st AIA President at a ceremony December 13, 2024.
Big 5 Global attracts 85,000 attendees, driving innovation and growth in MEASA’s trillion-dollar construction sector.
AIA is the largest, most influential network of architecture professionals, now with over 100,000 members who share a passion for design, a desire to change the world, and a commitment to following the highest standards of practice.
Lakisha Woods, CAE, Delivers legacy of financial stability, innovation, and inclusion at The American Institute of Architects.
Jochen Regenauer is set to take the stage at ZAK World of Façades in Riyadh on December 10, delivering an engaging presentation on the latest advancements in laminated safety glass.
At a glittering awards ceremony held at the Jumeirah Beach Hotel last night, dmg events, organizers of Big 5 Global announced the winners of Big 5 Global Impact Awards under 17 awards.
Government leaders and industry experts emphasize the ‘power of construction’ at Big 5 Global’s opening day packed with insights, deals and partnerships.
The 45th Big 5 Global kicks off tomorrow, highlighting technology's impact on urban development and construction. With 60,000 products on display, it promises a comprehensive showcase for the industry.
For the first time in 20 months, architecture billings have reached a point of stability, according to the October AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI), which posted a score of 50.3.
OmniDecor glass adds elegance and modernity to Milano Prime’s luxury terminal at Malpensa Airport.
Mississippi’s first dedicated children’s hospital, the Sanderson Tower, combines advanced care and modern design with Vitro’s Solarban® 90 glass for a bright, welcoming space.
Articles
This paper describes the design concept and research process of NEERO-Façade, including the development of an integrated façade fixing and the slim substructure design.
The aim of this paper is to introduce, in a consistent manner, a holistic appraisal of how to address the refurbishment of modernist buildings of the late 20th century.
The approaches proposed by planners and architects for adapting to climate change will be discussed at glasstec 2024 (22-25 October, Düsseldorf) at its Architecture Forum.
The report reflects the close cooperation between architecture, structure engineering and façade development and shows how resources can be saved with cross-disciplinary solution concepts.
The present work presents the investigation of historical glass and glass constructions in a suburb of Dresden.
Christoph Timm, Principal at SOM New York, shared insights on decarbonizing the built environment and the evolving landscape of sustainable construction.
A window's glazing properties play a key role in defining the quality and quantity of transmitted daylight in a space.
The idea was realized in a collaborative research effort of TU Berlin, BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg and Josef Gartner GmbH that resulted in a full-scale mock-up of a Double‑Skin Facade.
New translucent, structural and modular façade component.
BIPV represents an important field to explore, since PV systems have an enormous potential within the context of architectural and urban design.
