In 2025, façades are being asked to do far more than simply look good. As buildings respond to rising temperatures, changing lifestyles, and growing environmental responsibility, the building envelope has...
What Is Meant By A Sustainable And Efficient Fenestration? The parameters of efficiency and sustainability in façade varies for each building type (office, mixed-use, hospitality, airports, hospitals, retail, etc.). A...
Before you step inside, before you smell the cookies or smell the bespoke perfumes, or hear the distant hum of commerce, the mall has already spoken to you. Its first...
As the world confronts the realities of climate change, resource depletion, and rapid urbanisation, sustainable building design has become a global imperative. Among the many components that shape a building’s...
In the evolving narrative of modern architecture, building façades have transformed from mere aesthetic envelopes into highly functional, performance-driven systems. Today, façades are no longer just about how a structure...
Airport terminals have evolved far beyond their original role as transit spaces. Today, they function as cultural landmarks, sustainable ecosystems, and high-performance engineering marvels - places that leave lasting impressions...
A city’s growth is primarily measured by its economic condition and the opportunities it offers for living. The urban identity of a city is defined by its culture, climate, and...
The year 2025 has marked a definitive shift in architecture, moving away from purely decorative exteriors toward “intelligent envelopes” that prioritise how a building behaves over how it looks. This...
[caption id="attachment_91854" align="alignright" width="132"] Satish Kumar, CEO - Procural Private Limited[/caption] In an exclusive interaction with WFM Media, Satish Kumar shares the brand’s journey from its European roots to its...
Architecture has always been a dialogue between form, function, and material. Façades today are no longer passive enclosures — they define identity, performance, and sustainability. As India’s skylines expand, architects...
As we look toward the next decade, building façades are poised for a remarkable evolution. No longer mere protective shells, façades are becoming intelligent, responsive systems that actively shape comfort,...
Façades and fenestrations have moved far beyond their traditional role as the “skin of the building.” Today, they are performance systems that influence energy efficiency, occupant comfort, aesthetics, and sustainability....
Façades today are more than just the outer shell of a building; they are a statement. They define how a structure is perceived and stand as a lasting reflection of...
PROCURAL, a proud part of the LAUMANN Group, Germany—a global conglomerate with over 50 years of expertise in uPVC fenestration systems-embodies European innovation and engineering excellence. In 2023, the Group...
Studies show that buildings use almost 40% of the world’s energy. This has led to a shift in thinking - buildings are no longer just places to live or work;...
As India’s cities grow and climate challenges intensify, building envelopes must do more than enclose space — they must conserve energy, harness daylight, regulate thermal comfort, and reflect identity. The...