For architects, this evolution represents a new standard of care: understanding climate risk and communicating this to clients is now a professional obligation.
Tag: Resilience
Metal Boosts Resilience in Post-fire Rebuild
(01/21/2026)
An all-steel residence marks the first ground-up fire rebuild in Pacific Palisades, illustrating a faster, streamlined approach to resilient residential construction.
Urban Wildfire Resilience
(01/09/2026)
Metal cladding and roofing are inherently noncombustible, providing significant advantages over combustible siding and roofing. Properly detailed, they resist ignition from direct flame contact and embers.
Dive into the updates and trajectory of the metal architecture industry with the first ever Metal Architecture State of the Industry Roundtable.
This Month’s Features
Forecasting the Future of Color
While megatrends in coatings and paints do not change overnight, their subtle evolutions reveal where innovation is headed.
Adhesive Innovation
No longer substitutes for sealants or screws, advanced PSA tapes have emerged as high-performance bonding systems that enhance structural integrity and design flexibility.
Key Design Factors When Employing IMPs
Facing profile choices for IMPs include flat, minor ribs, v-grooves, deeper ribs, and striated profiles.
Sealants for Metal Building Systems
Sealants may seem minor, but they are crucial for metal buildings, ensuring moisture protection and thermal integrity for lasting performance.
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March/April 2026