Six of Lancaster, Pa.-based Fabral’s AIA accredited Architectural Seminars—currently approved for the American Institute of Architects Education Systems Health, Safety and Welfare Learning Unit—have recently also been approved for the new Sustainable Design requirement. Fabral offers a wide range of architectural seminars covering everything from the basics of metal roofi ng up to and including advanced topics and techniques. To learn more or register for a seminar, visit www.fabral.com.
Fabral seminars earn AIA sustainable credit (September 2009)
This Month’s Features

Bringing Design Synergy Home
with Vertically Stacking Doors
with Vertically Stacking Doors
Offering striking aesthetics and practical considerations for space, these aluminum and glass artworks are anything but standard garage doors.

Top 5 Factors when Considering Insulated Metal Panels vs. Metal Building Insulation
As insulated metal panels are widely available, is it still a best practice to rely on a “legacy” insulating material like fiberglass-based metal building...

Transformative Metal Roofing Design:
A Catalyst for Architectural Innovation
A Catalyst for Architectural Innovation
For architects, designers, and building owners, metal roofing no longer represents a tradeoff between performance and aesthetics; it has become a catalyst for design...

Thinking Beyond “Bigger is Better”:
Snow Retention in Alpine Design
Snow Retention in Alpine Design
Snow retention systems are among the most visible functional components of a metal roof, making aesthetic integration an important consideration in resort architecture.


