As architects design high-performing commercial buildings, supporting life safety via perimeter fire containment systems is critical. Specifying a tested, listed assembly that incorporates six essential design elements and withstands extreme testing conditions can help architects support passive life safety and optimize opportunities for egress during a commercial building fire.
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Survey findings point to a growing demand for collaboration and partnership during these chaotic times.
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UNStudio is designing the project.
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Will affect 250,000 commercial real estate deals a year.
The four levels of health that support long-term success.

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Province funds demonstration projects as part of economic recovery.
CannonDesign is the architect for the project.
Seagate Development Group has several office projects near completion.
These high quality exterior gathering places are increasingly important in supporting community.
KTGY is designing the project.
LMN Architects designed the project.

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HOK designed the project.
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There are two converging trends that will shape this ratio of lab-to-office in 2021.
The project will comprise 285 multifamily units and the shell for a future event center.
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DOE study investigated items used to control lumen depreciation, chromaticity shifts, and changes in drivers.
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Lessons learned could help US avoid that fate.
The building marks the latest phase of the Oakwood Shores revitalization plan.