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.
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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.
This Month’s Features
Case Engineering: Strength, Steel, and Structural Appeal
Working with a diverse range of industries, Case Engineering encounters opportunities to use innovative metal solutions.
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.