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These blocks will undergo further testing to determine if they are safe.
The Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles. A. Zahner fabricated the 308 stainless steel ribbons using its patented ZEPPS process. Photo: ©A. Zahner Co.
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Clear fire-rated glazing transfers daylight
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The 2050 M Street building will have panels of curved glass covering its exterior. Renderings courtesy REX, via Architizer
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TGP’s steel curtain wall mirrors nearby buttes.
The curtain wall and cupola mirror the shape of surrounding landforms
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Fire-rated curtain wall systems filled this subterranean hub with natural light.
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The design team for the Third North apartment complex specified Nichiha’s Illumination Series arc...
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An overview of the 25 most popular continuing education courses on BDCuniversity.com.
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Midtown Community Court, designated as a New York Historic Landmark, embarked on an $18 million r...
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Chaz Schafer brings impressive achievements and experience to CENTRIA’s marketing team
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