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Discover the design options and benefits of insulated siding, an exterior cladding that combines the protection of traditional vinyl siding with the energy efficiency of EPS foam.
Get Started!Engineered stone is a decorative, durable surfacing material used in walls, floors, countertops, seating, stairs, and vanities. Examine its unique properties, fabrication, and installation.
Get Started!Explore all aspects of this durable, low-impact wood product and how it can be incorporated into interior and exterior projects.
Request a Live Session or Webinar!Various methods are used to prevent rain from entering a building. Learn how to detail single-skin metal panel systems as used in pressure-equalized rainscreen (PER) applications.
Get Started!Rooftop decks create valuable living and recreational space. Explore the features, surface materials, and design and installation options for rooftop deck systems.
Get Started!Examine LEED requirements for the paint and coatings industry within the Building Design and Construction (BD+C) New Construction rating system.
Get Started!Learn the essential components of a building’s HVAC system, regulating heating, cooling, and ventilation performance.
Request a Live Session or Webinar!When selecting sinks/countertops, it's vital to know the options that are available. Learn about the materials and sink configurations for residential and commercial applications.
Get Started!How does vinyl contribute to sustainable design goals? Discover vinyl's role in green design in terms of performance, sustainability, and resilience.
Get Started!Giant bamboo is a useful, fast-growing resource that can be used to create durable industrialized materials. Rediscover a sustainable material with endless design possibilities.
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Automatic doors provide easier access than manual doors and can contribute to the energy efficiency of a building. Determine which type will meet your project requirements.
Explore the reasons why electric fireplaces are a simple, safe, and efficient alternative to gas and wood-burning units.
Make a lasting impression or create brand recognition while transforming your building's façade into a landmark. Discover how coil and extrusion coatings can help.
There are many reasons to include commercial planters as part of a comprehensive design strategy. Learn about the selection considerations for indoor and outdoor spaces.
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Discover how to slow the hands of time by thinking long term and specifying door and wall protection products.
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This course will provide architects, specifiers, and façade consultants education about silicone-based spandrel glass coating technologies.
Discover why play and music education perform such a critical role in the development of happy, healthy children.
Explore how architectural gate and fencing systems can be designed to meet modern security and design requirements while harmonizing with their surrounding environment.
Explore recent advances in frame design, thermal barriers, and custom extrusions that make aluminum windows the ideal choice to save energy and reduce environmental impacts.
"The ample supply, durability, and affordability of brick makes it one of the most widely used and iconic materials in Spanish architecture, especially within the Mudejar tradition."
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