2 Possibilities to attend the Dextall Webinar!

Posted by Braden Kabez , October 31, 2024 - Construction, Contractors, Events, Industry News

  Join Dextall’s expert team for an in-depth exploration of the innovative  S-Wall system, a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to EIFS for retrofitting and new construction projects. Learn how S-Wall provides superior thermal insulation, faster installation, and modern utility integration while being fully compliant with NYC’s strict façade and energy efficiency regulations. S-Wall is engineered for retrofitting reclad/overclad projects and is also an ideal choice for new block, plank, and light…

NYPH Webinar presented by Partel – Best Practice for Air and Windtight Structures

Posted by NYPH , October 31, 2024 - Events, Industry News

This CPD focuses on the importance of air and wind tightness in low-energy building design. It discusses the importance of external and internal membranes, and highlights best practice for their specification, sealing, and installation, whilst outlining the risks associated with airtight buildings and how best to mitigate them.   PHI Credits: 1 LU & AIA Credits: 1 LU/HSW     Register Here

Whether it’s flat roofs, façades, or general building insulation, ROCKWOOL is committed to ensuring durability in the built environment.

Posted by Rockwool , October 27, 2024 - Envelope, Industry News

For example, re-insulation involves upgrading existing insulation to meet higher energy standards without tearing down and rebuilding. This approach not only saves costs but also extends the lifespan of our buildings. ✅ What’s more, ROCKWOOL® insulation can last at least 65 years without losing any thermal or mechanical performance (FIW Munchen, Durability Project Mineral Wool, 2023). That’s durability! Interested in circularity? Leave a thumbs up and stay tuned to our…

C+GA’s Director of Sustainability Crystal Ng spent the past year as a Rewire Fellow in the Urban Design Forum’s Green Homes working group!

Posted by Curtis + Ginsberg Architects , October 26, 2024 - Construction, Industry News

The result: Five Visions for Building Climate Positive Neighborhoods, a publication that compiles research, case studies, policy recommendations, and pilot ideas from 48 civic leaders, offering a blueprint to transform NYC’s built environment into an engine for climate action. The Green Homes team—a dedicated group of planners, advocates, architects, and engineers—devoted their time to understanding the barriers to decarbonizing small-scale housing stock and developing innovative ideas to accelerate decarbonization efforts,…

BKSK is hiring!

Posted by BKSK ARCHITECTS LLP , October 25, 2024 - Industry News

BKSK is hiring! We seek inspired professionals who are eager to contribute to and borrow from the firm's robust exchange of ideas and knowledge. We are looking for an Architectural Designer and Interior Architect to join the team. Check out our careers page to apply now! Learn More

The annual C+GA orange carving event was a big success, with 18 entries. The results are in!

Posted by Curtis + Ginsberg Architects , October 22, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Industry News

Each October, our staff pits their X-Acto knife skills against one another, in an effort to be crowned the office champion of orange carving. This year’s winner, Ryan M. Esparza AIA, CPHC®, perfected a classic bat design. Our runner up, Seo Choi, sculpted the iconic pygmy hippo Moo Deng, and in third place, Aleiya Als carved Hello Kitty, complete with a bow. Learn More

Core is what we do best at ROCKWOOL Core Solutions.

Posted by Rockwool , October 21, 2024 - Construction, Industry News

Core is what we do best at ROCKWOOL Core Solutions. We understand that CoreStrengths are essential for stability and performance. That's why we focus on hitting at the core with our StoneWool cores for sandwich panels. Stone wool insulation provides the foundation for building projects, ensuring Durability, Efficiency, and Thermal performance from the core outwards. While stone wool addresses fire safety and contributes to Sustainable building practices, it also offers…

New photos of 50 Ninth Avenue

Posted by BKSK ARCHITECTS LLP , October 18, 2024 - Architects, Industry News

New photos of 50 Ninth Avenue are live on our website. Taken by Christopher Payne/Esto, they start to capture the beautifully restored exterior of the historic row houses. They show the new infill building that sits behind with a complementary terra cotta screen facade. They are joined to create a robust new commercial and retail building. Check out the final exterior photos and some interiors awaiting fit-outs! More to come

How can design help to prevent loneliness?

Posted by Magnusson Architecture and Planning, PC , October 16, 2024 - General Interest - Science & Lifestyle, Industry News

How can design help to prevent loneliness? MAP and Volunteers of America-Greater New York have been exploring this question at two recent buildings - East Clarke Place Senior Residence and the soon-to-open Andrews Avenue Senior Residence. Both affordable senior housing developments have a variety of gathering spaces providing different places to connect and foster community, which helps to reduce the chances of social isolation - a frequent challenge for seniors.…

Sendero Verde in New York City’s East Harlem neighborhood.

Posted by Handel Architects LLP , October 15, 2024 - Architects, Industry News

Great shots from Albert Vecerka of the recently completed Sendero Verde in New York City’s East Harlem neighborhood. The design prioritizes outdoor space, with community gardens and a beautifully landscaped courtyard, designed by AECOM. Designed for Jonathan Rose Companies, L+M Development Partners LLC and Acacia Network. Consultant Team: Steven Winter Associates, Cosentini Associates, DeSimone Consulting Engineering, AECOM, SOCOTEC USA, and many others. Congrats to the Handel project team of Blake…

Hand-Crafting a Modern Aesthetic with Old-World Brick

Posted by FERO Corporation , October 14, 2024 - Construction, Industry News

FERO is excited to join a group of passionate experts at Zak World of Façades NYC where we'll discuss technological challenges and innovations in brick veneer support systems. We'll also share insights on FERO's role in enhancing the thermal efficiency of the brickwork while lowering both cost and embodied carbon in the wall assembly at 64 University Place, Greenwich Village, NYC. The panel is during Session 3 at 15:20

A monumental first step for LEKO Labs in the Big Apple!

Posted by NYPH , September 30, 2024 - Construction, Industry News

Our Founder & CEO, François Cordier, had the privilege of presenting our vision for Elevating Decarbonization in Construction at the Regenerative Metropolis Symposium organized by New York Passive House and held at Parsons School of Design - The New School, NYC. We introduced our next-gen mass timber technology, designed specifically for mid and high-rise construction in the US. This innovative solution is not only transforming how we build but also how we address the climate…