Eschewing complex forms and technology, socially minded architects rely on age-old building techniques to create modern marvels

New technology and code revisions plus the absence of standard building interface dimensions require a project by project approach to escalator design.

Seeing through today's spectacular bolted structural glazing systems to the precision engineering inside

Forest products deemed sustainable are a growing part of today's green buildings

Moisture proofing and thermal protection depend upon well-engineered system design using new insulations, integrated flashings, and crystalline coatings, to create healthy buildings.

As the benefits of green walls and roofs become common knowledge, interest grows as rapidly as the vegetation

Five firms explore the potential of prefabrication with digital tools, a diversity of materials, and varying degrees of on-site labor

Advanced, good-looking solutions for air movement in large spaces

Architects face many issues in specifying a concrete tile roof and code-compliant installation to ensure a sustainable, quality roofing system in both residential and commercial settings.

Polymer insulated fire-rated cable for fire protection provides an effective alternative to the traditional practice of specifying construction methods.

Innovative strategies improve air quality inside health care facilities so that patients don't end up sicker than when they arrived

A closer look at key Universal Design principles for residential design. Included in this study of Universal Design features is a survey of what should be considered when specifying appliances in kitchens and laundry spaces.