green design | Walls & Ceilings

Jescraft Introduces QR Codes

June 27, 2018

Material handling equipment supplier, Jesco Iron Craft, Inc. d/b/a Jescraft, is phasing in Quick Response Codes (also known as QR codes) on its product labels. Jescraft’s introduction of QR codes on its product labels will convey to users, important safety, maintenance and assembly instructions, using technology to make this information easily accessible on their smartphones!

Competition Winner to Design United Kingdom's Maritime Knowledge Hub

May 31, 2018

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Danish architectural firm Schmidt Hammer Lassen Architects won an invited competition to design the Maritime Knowledge Hub, a 6,400-square-metre facility dedicated to marine engineering research and development, survival training, business incubation, workspace and events at the heart of the Wirral Waters redevelopment project in the United Kingdom's Liverpool City Region.

Call for Nominations: 2017 Slag Cement Project of the Year Awards

November 7, 2017

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Nominations are now being accepted for the 2017 Slag Cement Project of the Year Awards.

How Much Rain Does a Rainscreen Screen? (Part 2)

Chris Dixon

April 1, 2016

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In part one; rainscreen and open joint cladding systems were discussed. Part two will focus on test standards determining the performance of cladding systems designed for the rainscreen principle.

How Much Rain does a Rainscreen Screen?

Chris Dixon

March 1, 2016

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Don’t be fooled, a rainscreen is much more than a cladding system that works well under wet conditions.

From the Ground Up: Smart Building Product Choices for Homeowners

April 22, 2014

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Whether you're building a new house or remodeling a cherished older property, the product choices you make are critical to the long-term enjoyment of your home.

USGBC Releases Top 10 States for LEED Green Building

February 18, 2014

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Illinois leads among all states in 2013; mid-Atlantic region of Washington, D.C, Maryland and Virginia tops list.

Bilco Partners With Colt Group

December 5, 2013

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The Bilco Co. announced a new partnership with Colt Group, a United Kingdom-based manufacturer of smoke and natural ventilation products for commercial buildings.

Leading Experts to Present Green Design Webinars on GreenExpo365.com

October 7, 2013

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Perkins + Will Architects and USGBC lead line-up of green building experts in series of free online educational sessions.

Showstopper: Casa Bella Verde Home

The Casa Bella Verde home in Northern California boasts a longevity to rival the Greeks. One woman designed the home and visitors from as far as Egypt visit the site for architectural inspiration.

John Wyatt

November 6, 2012

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The American dream is alive and well. At least that should be the point of view of Briana Alhadeff, project manager, designer, builder and most importantly owner of Casa Bella Verde.