BIPV vs BAPV: How to Choose the Right Solar Facade
Solar facades are increasingly becoming a smart and attractive solution, especially as building owners look to adopt clean energy solutions. Instead of just installing solar panels on roofs, architects and building owners are now utilizing facades to generate power. This can be done through the use of Building Integrated Photovoltaics(BIPV) or Building Applied Photovoltaics (BAPV). […]
Commercial Facade Systems: Consistency Across Locations
Commercial facades are not only the outer walls of a building. They symbolize a company’s brand, style, and professionalism. A business with multiple locations must maintain a consistent appearance to ensure brand recognition and a consistent customer experience. Commercial facade systems help achieve such consistency and provide protection, energy efficiency, and durability. This guide focuses […]
Architectural Record Record on the Road – Feb 19, 2025
February 19, 2025Boston, Massachusetts The Record on the Road: Boston event brings together leading architects, designers, and industry experts for an in-depth discussion on cutting-edge design, innovative materials, and emerging trends shaping the built environment. For more information: https://www.architecturalrecord.com/record-on-the-road/boston
Solstex® by Elemex Achieves NFPA 285 Fire Safety Certification
We’re proud to share a major milestone for Elemex and the future of architectural facades: our innovative solar facade system, Solstex, has officially passed the NFPA 285 fire safety test in the United States. This certification is a testament to our commitment to safety, sustainability, and advanced facade technology. With Solstex, you get more than […]
Architectural Record Record on the Road – Feb 19, 2025
February 19, 2025 Boston, Massachusetts The Record on the Road: Boston event brings together leading architects, designers, and industry experts for an in-depth discussion on cutting-edge design, innovative materials, and emerging trends shaping the built environment. For more information: https://www.architecturalrecord.com/record-on-the-road/boston
Second in Top 25 Facade Manufacturers – Archello
We’re proud to be recognized as #2 in Archello’s 25 best ceramic cladding manufacturers, known for offering cutting-edge solutions and maximum design flexibility. It is a top choice for architects and designers, offering a blend of beauty, functionality, and long-term durability. Its sustainable, energy-efficient production process, combined with excellent insulation properties, helps reduce environmental impact […]
Facades+ Los Angeles – Nov 7-8, 2024
Facades+ Los Angeles November 7-8, 2024 Los Angeles, California The Facades+ conference series is a robust dialogue encompassing all things building skin—bridging the profession, industry, academia, operations, and ownership. https://facadesplus.com/la/
Facades+ Austin, Texas – Oct 31, 2024
Facades+ Austin Facades+ is coming to Austin on October 31, 2024 Facades+ continues to bring together the world’s most talented building professionals. Join the conversation on the latest advances, issues, and technologies driving the AEC community. Be inspired by presentations and discussion by world-class architects and engineers at the […]
Facades+ Chicago – Oct 4, 2024
Facades+ Chicago October 4, 2024 Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago, IL The Facades+ conference series is a robust dialogue encompassing all things building skin—bridging the profession, industry, academia, operations, and ownership. Facades+ Returns to the Windy City with an all-new program featuring the latest development in building enclosure design and […]
Facades+ Vancouver – May 21, 2024
Facades+ Vancouver Facades+ is coming to Vancouver May 21, 2024 Fairmont Hotel Vancouver 900 West Georgia Street, Vancouver BC V6C 2W6 Canada Themes we’ll explore: Facades and Energy Performance: Challenges and Solutions Fabrication Futures: Advances in Materials for Building Envelope Excellence New Definitions of Good Facade Design: Expanding the Envelope […]