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ASI Group

ASI Group—the world’s leading manufacturer of partitions, washroom accessories, lockers, and visual display products. Only ASI Group designs, engineers, and manufactures fully integrated solutions, so all of our products work together seamlessly.

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Bathroom Design - Ushering In A New Era

As one of the most central elements in making a patron, customer, or even an employee, feel valued, bathrooms need to exhibit the same type of thoughtfulness given to every other aspect of the human experience in a building.

June 20, 2020

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As one of the most central elements in making a patron, customer, or even employee, feel valued restrooms need to exhibit the same type of thoughtfulness given to every other aspect of the human experience in a building.

Benjamin Moore

Founded in 1883, Benjamin Moore is North America’s favorite paint, color and coatings brand. A leading manufacturer of premium coatings, it maintains relentless commitment to innovation and sustainable manufacturing practices.

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Benjamin Moore

Color App and Reader Device Simplifies Color Selection

April 15, 2020

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A new app has been developed for computers and mobile devices that offers a virtual paint color fan deck.

Cascade Architectural

Cascade Architectural, a division of Cascade Coil, is the industry leader in coiled wire fabric and accompanying attachment systems used by architects and designers worldwide for building interiors and exteriors.

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Cascade Architectural

Coiled Wire Fabric: A Sustainable Solution for Parking Structures

December 1, 2020

Andrew Schoenheit, Vice President of Sales – Cascade Coil

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Coiled wire fabric's inherent design flexibility allows architects and designers to utilize it for a wide range of functions and applications, not to mention in customized styles and sizes.

CertainTeed Architectural

CertainTeed Architectural has products for every space and every budget, from acoustical panels to showpieces in metal, wood, fiberglass and felt - including solutions from Hunter Douglas Ceiling & Wall Products.

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CertainTeed Architectural

Old-World Material Meets Modern Design

As manufacturers expand felt ceiling and wall product offerings, architects and designers are exploring new creative territory with an age-old fabric made new again.

October 1, 2020

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Felt is a sophisticated material with far-reaching applications that’s also sought after for its aesthetic merit. That’s why fashion designers and furniture makers have relied on it to create stunning showpieces.

DuPont™

DuPont™ Tedlar® polyvinyl fluoride film provides superior surface protection for a variety of materials and industries, including aerospace and transportation, building and construction, signage and graphics, wallcoverings, healthcare and photovoltaics. For more information visit tedlar.com

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DuPont™

Surface Protection from All Angles

July 1, 2020

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Tedlar® films have been chosen in a wide variety of applications such as exterior and interior metal panels, architectural fabrics, graphics signage, wallcoverings, and even aircraft interiors due to its unique properties.

Georgia-Pacific Gypsum

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia-Pacific Gypsum pioneered fiberglass mat gypsum technology in 1986 and, for three decades, inspired fundamental changes in the types of gypsum panels specified for walls and roofing in commercial building assemblies.

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Georgia-Pacific Gypsum

Rainscreen Trend Grows as Architects and Designers Seek Eco-Friendly Solutions

November 15, 2020

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As environmental concerns loom, rainscreen cladding assemblies are an increasingly popular solution to deflecting water and ensuring air flow while maintaining diverse aesthetic options.

Lutron Electronics

Lutron Electronics is a world leader in smart lighting controls and automated shading solutions for both residential and commercial applications. From individual dimmers to architectural lighting control systems, Lutron products create extraordinary experiences by enhancing ambience, comfort, and productivity.

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Lutron Electronics

Bring Art to Light: The Transformative Power of New Lighting Technology for Art

June 15, 2020

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As the lighting of art has progressed from a simple candle to the widespread establishment of electric lighting, museum curators, architects, and lighting designers have additional tools to diversify their approach to rendering art.

Sto Corp.

Sto Corp., based in Atlanta, Georgia, produces a broad range of advanced cladding, air moisture barrier and coating systems that deliver energy efficiency and superior aesthetics for building construction, maintenance, and restoration.

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Sto Corp.

StoVentec™ Rainscreen®: Where Art Meets Science

Rainscreen Cladding System Delivers Versatility, Durability in One Solution

August 1, 2020

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Vitro Architectural Glass

Vitro Architectural Glass (formerly PPG Glass) is North America’s largest glass producer, offering innovative products that deliver consistent appearance, reliable performance and energy savings.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

A motorized or manual retractable roof, wall, or floor refers to any type of structure where a portion can be moved or retracted to reveal the remainder of the space. A common misconception is that retractable roofs are only used for aquatic centers when in fact, the range of applications is far broader.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

Commercial bathrooms and showers are a necessary and often integral part of many different building types. Their design is influenced by a wide variety of different factors including codes, standards, cultural norms, changing views on privacy, etc. They can also be seen as security or safety risks in facilities with patients who have behavioral or mental health needs.