Number of BACnet Certified Products Continues to Grow
BACnet International has announced that, at press time, there are 1,311 products that have successfully completed BACnet conformance tests and are included in the global listing…
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Top 25 Products of 2022
Top 25 Products of 2022
This Year’s Top Products Point to Readers’ Focus on IAQ
Products are an integral part of any trade publication. As such, retrofit is celebrating the 25 product ... Read More
Top 25 Products of 2022
Investing in Underused Infrastructure Is Transforming Communities
Investing in Underused Infrastructure Is Transforming Communities
The High Line has become one of New York City’s highlight destinations, alongside Central Park, the Statue of Liberty and other mainstays. How quickly it became globally reno ... Read More
Investing in Underused Infrastructure Is Transforming Communities
Post-Pandemic Office Trends Lean into Flexible Spaces and Hybrid Functionality
Post-Pandemic Office Trends Lean into Flexible Spaces and Hybrid Functionality
The form and function of the office is always in flux. Driven by several factors, including productivity, comfort, health, economics and aesthetics, offices are always a refl ... Read More
Post-Pandemic Office Trends Lean into Flexible Spaces and Hybrid Functionality
A Global Advertising Agency’s Headquarters within a Former Warehouse Features a Layout of Diverse Spaces Connected via a Meandering Path
A Global Advertising Agency’s Headquarters within a Former Warehouse Features a Layout of Diverse Spaces Connected via a Meandering Path
When global advertising agency Saatchi & Saatchi was looking to transform 80,000 square feet of warehouse space in Los Angeles into its Southern California headquarters, ... Read More
A Global Advertising Agency’s Headquarters within a Former Warehouse Features a Layout of Diverse Spaces Connected via a Meandering Path
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Small-scale Study Points to Benefits of Biophilic Design in Office Spaces
A pilot experiment by Finnish indoor nature technology company Naava revealed that when performing stress-inducing cognitive tasks in the presence of Naava’s green walls, which contain living plants,…
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Küberit USA Condenses Process for Searching, Selecting and Specifying Profiles
Küberit USA debuted its integrated process for profile selection, sample acquisition and resources for specification support at last week’s TISE Surfaces and NAHB Builders trade…
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Insulated Metal Panel Is Designed for Controlled Environments
All Weather Insulated Panels (AWIP), a provider of foam composite insulated metal panels, has announced an expansion of its wall panel product line with the…
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An Existing Steel Structure Is Upgraded with Insulated Metal Panels to Store Water
IMPs were selected to give the 1940s building the best overall thermal and aesthetic performance without requiring major modifications. Swire Coca-Cola needed more storage space…
Original Monolithic Windows Are Upgraded to Operable Windows that Can Withstand Weather Extremes
Constructed in 1964 as a luxury apartment building, Gateway Towers in downtown Pittsburgh was converted to high-end condominiums in the late 1970s. Unfortunately, more than five…
An Art Deco Theater Is Updated for Contemporary Use without Changing the Original Building
The historic County Theater in Doylestown, Pa., reopened its doors after a comprehensive renovation and expansion designed by Voith & Mactavish Architects (VMA) LLP. With…
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Ultra-thin Insulation Provides R-value in Tight Space at Student Housing Building
One of New York’s largest and most prestigious universities, which sits on roughly 230 acres and spans over 100 buildings, is home to approximately 28,000…
5 Tips for Installing Fire Sprinkler Systems in Cold Weather
The best way to keep fire sprinkler systems working is through proper installation and preventative maintenance. Proper installation and ongoing maintenance of fire protection systems…
Busting Myths: CPVC Pipe Offers Solution for Commercial Fire Sprinkler Systems
There’s a common misconception that CPVC is approved for fire sprinklers only in residential settings. In fact, CPVC is UL listed for use in all…
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Investing in Underused Infrastructure Is Transforming Communities
The High Line has become one of New York City’s highlight destinations, alongside Central Park, the Statue of Liberty and other mainstays. How quickly it…
A Recent Tragedy Puts Renewed Focus on School Security
On May 24, 2022, in the small town of Uvalde, Texas, the unspeakable occurred. A gunman armed with a powerful assault rifle walked into an…
Rethinking Waste Is a Way to Combat Climate Change
As we think about sustainability and the built environment’s contributions to the fight against climate change, there are many competing priorities and factors to consider….