March 12-15, 2026
IIBEC International Convention and Trade Show
SAFE Credit Union Convention Center
Sacramento, CA
Industry Events
June 10-13, 2026
AIA Conference on Architecture & Design
October 7-9, 2026
METALCON
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, FL
This Month’s Features
Material Expression, Fabrication Intelligence, and System Flexibility in Metal Facades
For architects exploring metal as a primary facade material, these projects underscore the value of early manufacturer collaboration in preserving design intent while navigating...
In Plane’s Sight
Sporting both a striking layout and distinct coatings used for the metals, the design makes a substantial visual impact.
LEED v5 and Embodied Carbon: What Metal Specs Must Address
LEED v5 prioritizes embodied carbon, requiring architects to rethink how steel and aluminum are specified, documented, and assessed across the building lifecycle.
Exploring Ornamental Metals
Between a constant architectural desire to push design and aesthetic boundaries and seemingly limitless materials being introduced or repurposed for unique uses, there has...