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ArchitectChats Ep. 12: Dissecting the Code, Part 2 - Energy Essentials for...
What must architects know about the different energy codes that projects and certification programs mandate?
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Designing for Health and Wellness: The Next Great Challenge
We have sustainable design to conserve our resources and resilient design to protect us from the changing environment. Now active design is coming to make us healthier.
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RIBA Releases Statement on Fire-Safety Design Following Grenfell Tower Tragedy
The statement includes commentary on regulatory information, guidance for fire safety, and recommendations for the government.
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Fire in Honolulu High-Rise Leaves Three Tenants Dead
The fire department struggled to contain and put out the fire within three floors of the high-rise due to the lack of sprinklers.
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Tall Timber Construction Code is Still Thinking Small
With improved fire safety and proven superior energy performance, tall timber is growing in popularity, but can construction codes keep up?
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Grenfell Cladding Test Is "An Absolute Failure"
The British government has called for another independent inquiry, this time into the design and construction regulatory systems.
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Grenfell Tower: Fire-Safety Tests Continue
According to a BRE report, ACM cladding systems are in compliance with current building codes when properly installed and maintained.
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UpCodes Introductory Video
UpCodes is a consolidated platform for building codes. The online service offers tools to structure research and simplify code coordination.
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UpCodes: Building Code Compliance Made Simple
The UpCodes database streamlines code information to help firms save time, money, and avoid construction mistakes.
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NEMA Files Federal Preemption Lawsuit for Light Bulbs
The preemptive action focuses on state regulations, specifically actions taken over the past year by the California Energy Commission.
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Living Walls: To Code or Not To Code?
As living walls and roofs gain in popularity around the world, the case for creating related codes in the U.S. strengthens.
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ArchitectChats Ep. 16: Dissecting the Code, Part 3 - Back to Basics
A run-through the industry's most common building codes can benefit any designer, from a budding intern to a seasoned architect. Certified building official and permits-and-inspections administrator...
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The AIA Urges Lawmakers to Support Strong Building Codes
AIA president Thomas Vonier implores legislators to keep an eye on the long game regarding design and construction regulations.
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An Unexpected Ally of Gender-Neutral Restrooms: Building Codes
An Unexpected Ally of Gender-Neutral Restrooms: Building Codes
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Building Codes that Promote Resilient Design Still Get a Mixed Reception
Building Codes that Promote Resilient Design Still Get a Mixed Reception
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Housing Faces Time to Breakthrough Legacy Practices
Housing Faces Time to Breakthrough Legacy Practices
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Alternate Materials and Methods: The Hoops of Specifying Green Products
Alternate Materials and Methods: The Hoops of Specifying Green Products
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