
Glass Ceramic For Façade Systems
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…

Innovative Materials for Exterior Cladding are Revolutionisi...
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 – Reinventing Clay for High-Rise Façade
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 Facades, Fire Safety – No need for a Zero-S...
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 Futur...
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…

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

Boost building sustainability with strategic glass design
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,…

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

Selection of façade & fenestration materials
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...
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…

Future Façades Shall be Seeing Rapid Integration of Renewab...
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
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 – An Overview
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…

Exterior Wall Cladding Materials, Trends, Safety & Test...
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 Ex...
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 Adv...
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
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…

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

High-Rise Cladding and Glazing Systems
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
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 I...
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 Cladding: Design Principles and Material Choices
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…

Integrating Technologies into Constructive Façade Managemen...
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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