Designing the Full Building Envelope
(09/12/2025)
Founded more than a decade ago, BŌK Modern has focused on rethinking how metal systems can operate in architectural applications.
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Armstrong World Industries Inc., based in Lancaster, Pa., acquired BŌK Modern, based in San Rafael, Calif., which designs and develops integrated architectural metal systems for a broad range of interior and exterior applications. BŌK...
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