Glass Ceramic For Façade Systems

Glass Ceramic For Façade Systems

Posted on: January 10, 2018

Construction industry is the largest energy consumer and greenhouse gas emitter, both in the developed and developing countries. We must admit the role of construction industry in the global warming…

St. Regis Residences Dubai

Innovative Materials for Exterior Cladding are Revolutionisi...

Posted on: July 19, 2024

What are the roles of exterior cladding materials in determining the interior comforts and sustainability of a building? Materials like high-performance insulated panels offer superior thermal resistance, reducing energy consumption…

Wasl Tower Middle East

Wasl Tower – Reinventing Clay for High-Rise Façade

Posted on: May 18, 2020

A New Kind Of High-Rise For Dubai In 2013, UNStudio, in collaboration with Werner Sobek, was invited by the wasl Development Group to design a new kind of high-rise for…

Ventilated Façades, Fire Safety

Ventilated Facades, Fire Safety – No need for a Zero-S...

Posted on: April 22, 2025

The concept and the history of building ventilated façades are not novel. Actually, the first examples of building façades are found in medieval Europe. Wood was the dominant material for…

Redefining Façades for a Greener and More Sustainable Future

Redefining Façades For A Greener And More Sustainable Futur...

Posted on: April 2, 2025

Façades and fenestrations are not merely aesthetic elements; they play a pivotal role in a building’s energy efficiency, sustainability, and overall performance. As architects and designers seek to balance form…

Abdali Gateway Amman, Jordan

The Future Of Glass Facades And Glazing In Architecture Is S...

Posted on: December 31, 2024

What Are The Latest Trends In Glass Facade Design And Glazing Technology? The Rise of Smart Façades: One of the most significant trends in glass façade design is the rise…

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Boost building sustainability with strategic glass design

Posted on: November 14, 2024

What are the latest trends in glass façade design and glazing technology? The latest trends in glass façade design and glazing technology represent a combination of aesthetic innovation, performance enhancement,…

The shift towards sustainable cladding materials in modern architecture

Building with a conscience: The shift towards sustainable cl...

Posted on: October 21, 2024

As sustainability becomes a defining principle in the construction industry, cladding - an essential component in both functional and aesthetic aspects of a building’s exterior - has seen significant innovation.…

Courtyard House by Habitat Architects - fenestration design was meticulously tailored to maximise light

Selection of façade & fenestration materials

Posted on: August 27, 2024

Selecting the right façade and fenestration materials is crucial for enhancing building performance. Efficient façades act as barriers against external elements, reducing energy consumption by improving insulation and minimising heat…

Choose the Right Exterior Cladding Materials for Interior Co...

Posted on: July 15, 2024

Exterior cladding is the first point of contact and the first protection layer between the external environment and the indoors. Therefore, it plays a very crucial role. Exterior cladding materials…

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Future Façades Shall be Seeing Rapid Integration of Renewab...

Posted on: July 10, 2024

As smart building technologies become more prevalent, how do you see façades integrating with these systems to enhance overall building performance? Smart technologies today are not just prevalent but have…

Cutting-Edge Cladding Solutions

Posted on: July 1, 2024

Smart & Environmentally Responsible Choices Cladding of buildings is one of the most expressive, inspiring and complex aspects of building design. The basic function of an envelope or enclosure of…

Exterior Wall Cladding Systems

Exterior Wall Cladding Systems – An Overview

Posted on: June 26, 2024

Cladding acts like the skin of the built form and is an integral part of the building. Innovative cladding designs can add more aesthetics to the building and can add…

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Exterior Wall Cladding Materials, Trends, Safety & Test...

Posted on: October 25, 2023

Exterior wall cladding is a crucial aspect of building design that offers both practical benefits and aesthetic value. It enhances a building’s appearance, protects it from the weather elements, and…

Enhancing Aesthetics and Performance The Significance of Exterior Cladding in Buildings

Enhancing Aesthetics and Performance: The Significance of Ex...

Posted on: October 6, 2023

The importance of cladding in buildings goes beyond functionality and serves as a crucial aspect of modern architecture. It not only protects the structure from weather conditions but also contributes…

The Realm of Cladding is Experiencing a Surge in Product Advancements

The Realm of Cladding is Experiencing a Surge in Product Adv...

Posted on: September 12, 2023

Could you provide an overview of the different types of exterior cladding materials available, and what factors should be considered when selecting them? Choosing the appropriate cladding material is not…

How Metal Buildings Withstand Extreme Weather Conditions

How Metal Buildings Withstand Extreme Weather Conditions

Posted on: September 5, 2023

You may have heard this over & over again. Metal buildings are resilient to extreme weather. The reason lies in the strength of the raw materials – steel. It is…

Trend is for the Cladding Materials that Sit in Front of Thick Layers

In the UK, the Trend is for the Cladding Materials that Sit ...

Posted on: January 30, 2023

Could you please tell our readers more about it and what are the projects they have done in the Middle East? I have completed two recent presentations at the Zak…

Selection of Materials and Effective

Selection of Materials and Effective Cladding Methods for Su...

Posted on: January 11, 2023

Energy-efficient architecture Façades serve as the structural, aesthetic, ventilating, and bracing aspects of buildings. In a highly populated country like India, it’s essential to accommodate the increasing urban densities that…

Technologies, Choices & Codes for Cladding in Today’s and Future Buildings

Technologies, Choices & Codes for Cladding in Today’s...

Posted on: October 12, 2022

The exterior finish layer known as cladding is put in place to cover support structures and/or exterior walls. This finish layer has various advantages, including aesthetic enhancement, improved thermal and…

Choosing the Right Cladding

Choosing the Right Cladding

Posted on: June 28, 2022

In today’s world, each building must have an intelligent and responsive surface to survive. Cladding materials will never be earthquake or fire-resistant, but structurally developed surface materials with a specific…

Cummins Technology Center features world’s largest faceted wall-made possible by VS1TM

Cummins Technology Center features world’s largest faceted...

Posted on: August 12, 2021

Innovation Glass India Pvt. Ltd. announced the recent completion of the Cummins Technology Center in Pune, India, which broke ground in 2013. The new technical campus was designed by Venkatraman…

The Opus, Dubai, by Zaha Hadid Architects

High-Rise Cladding and Glazing Systems

Posted on: October 27, 2020

The cladding aims to withstand external weathering and offer durability and sustainability to the building façade. The choice in design and material of a façade is determined by factors such…

Exterior Wall Cladding Options, Solutions & Guidelines

Exterior Wall Cladding Options, Solutions & Guidelines

Posted on: October 19, 2020

Cladding in construction is a material applied on the exterior walls to provide a skin or layer. It provides a degree of thermal insulation and weather resistance and also improves…

Our Sustainable, Future-ready Solutions are Setting Trends in New-age Constructions

Our Sustainable, Future-Ready Solutions Are Setting Trends I...

Posted on: October 13, 2020

In an interview with Monnanda Appaiah Managing Director at Wienerberger India, he spoke about his company, their business in the Indian market, their sustainable and future-ready solutions for new-age constructions,…

Exterior Wall Cladding Design

Exterior Cladding: Design Principles and Material Choices

Posted on: October 7, 2020

Cladding is one of the most important elements which ensures that the exterior of a building is protected from the elements of nature and potential sources of damage. Cladding extends…

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Integrating Technologies into Constructive Façade Managemen...

Posted on: September 1, 2020

The façade is one of the most important contributors to any building's energy use and comfort parameters. In order to provide occupants with a comfortable environment, a façade must fulfil…

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