This blog was contributed by KWK Architects. In 1984, the World Health Organization suggested that up to 30% of new and renovated buildings had excessive complaints related to indoor air quality, which was directly related to Sick Building Syndrome. According to the EPA, Sick Building Syndrome describes situations in which building occupants experience acute health […]
Plan marks major step to engage U.S. policymakers, industry partners and NGOs to achieve Carbon Neutrality by 2050 Portland Cement Association (PCA) announced its Roadmap to Carbon Neutrality, an ambitious journey to carbon neutrality across the cement and concrete value chain by 2050. Given the significant role of cement in society and anticipated infrastructure development, […]
Barrette Outdoor Living, Inc., the nation’s leading provider of outdoor living products, announces today the formation of a new partnership with National Vinyl Products (NVP), a family-owned and operated vinyl fence and railing manufacturer based in Nephi, Utah. “NVP’s product portfolio, U.S manufacturing capabilities, and cultural values are what we look for in a partner,” said […]
A new 2021 3M Home Renovation Study is showing us that U.S. homeowners want MORE – more information, choices, and action across the industry for eco-friendly construction materials and practices. “Many homeowners are now inspired to choose construction materials that both serve their conventional purpose and make a positive impact for the environment,” said Josh […]
REHAU today announced that Xavier LeBlanc has joined the company as vice president of window solutions for the Americas region, reporting directly to the CEO of REHAU Americas, Dr. Thomas Troeger. LeBlanc will lead the business division and drive growth of the company’s window, door and hardware product lines. LeBlanc has worked in the building […]
Watsonville, CA — Island Stone expanded its collection of Stone Essentials Textured Wall Tiles with the introduction of Ledger Panel and Ledger Corner. The textured wall tiles deliver the striking, enduring look of stone cladding in an easy-to-install, large-format stone Ledger panel suitable for indoor and outdoor residential and commercial applications. Ledger wall tiles offer […]
Sonoma Forge, known for its handcrafted and artisan-assembled fittings, has made its popular WaterBridge Exposed Shower Systems even more functional and ergonomic for outdoor use.
A new survey, conducted by Accountability Information Management, Inc. (AIM), a marketing research company specializing in business-to-business sales channels, showed that PVC piping is a preferred material for water infrastructure pipe projects. The survey, which was based on feedback from engineers, contractors, and municipal employees throughout the country involved in water projects, was commissioned by […]
In an industry first, OMNIA Industries, Inc., a preeminent luxury decorative hardware brand, and Level Home, Inc., the company redefining the smart home, have partnered to offer beautiful, innovative smart hardware collections. The pairing of OMNIA’s iconic door hardware designs crafted in the Italian tradition with the discrete Bolt and Level Lock – Touch Edition […]