Top building products for November 2025

Discover the top building products for November 2025, curated by the editors of Building Design+Construction. Spanning sectors from commercial, healthcare, education, mixed-use, industrial, and workplace design, these innovative materials and systems strengthen safety, streamline installation, elevate interiors, improve acoustics, and enhance performance across project types. Whether you're an architect, contractor, or specifier, these product highlights reflect the latest trends and solutions in the building industry.

November 2025 Top 15 Building Products

This month’s roundup features products making an impact on real-world projects across the U.S.—from Samuelson’s modular BUILD Walls platform simplifying custom interiors to PPG’s high-performance Coraflon powder coatings transforming a historic Philadelphia landmark. Whether you’re specifying products for new construction, retrofit, or renovation, these highlights showcase the latest building materials shaping architecture and construction in 2025.

Here are fifteen products being used in the industry today:

Samuelson BUILD Walls | Modular Architectural Millwork Systems

By Samuelson Furniture

Now patented in the U.S., BUILD Walls by Samuelson simplifies the creation of customized millwork by combining creative freedom with technical reliability. The platform offers a faster, more flexible way to realize custom interiors across hospitality, corporate, healthcare and residential spaces. Its modular panel system seamlessly integrates more than 100 add-on elements from the company—including shelving, cabinetry, lighting, work surfaces and headboards—plus its bracket-based attachment system securely attaches components to panels for full weight support. Accurate renderings and parts lists within minutes using the system’s proprietary software aim to reduce CAD revisions and accelerate project timelines. 

Sloan FLITE-DEC Integrated Sink System | High-Traffic Commercial Restroom Fixtures

By Sloan

The FLITE-DEC Integrated Sink System integrates soap dispenser, faucet, hand dryer and basin into one streamlined unit to meet the demands of high-traffic restroom environments. Designed with aesthetics and durability in mind, the basin-mounted components are engineered to withstand the rigors of constant use, are customizable to accommodate renovations or new construction, and can be configured to either chase or front access for maintenance efficiency. In addition to a top-fill closed soap system and 2.8-gallon reservoir capable of supporting up to 10,600 touchless hand washes per fill, a reduced sink deck surface with the basin-mounted fixture minimizes water pooling, resulting in cleaner, drier and healthier restroom spaces. 

ClarkDietrich ProSTUD Motion Frame Connector | Acoustic and Movement-Control Wall Framing Hardware

By ClarkDietrich

Developed in tandem with researchers at the University of Exeter, the ProSTUD Motion Frame Connector is designed to accommodate omnidirectional displacement and mitigate noise associated with the movement—caused by the effects of stiction on steel members in the wall assembly—to create a quieter, more comfortable environments for occupants. The injection-molded soft body component easily twist-locks into the stud and is retained with the C-head track for ease of installation. It is UL-rated for a two-hour fire-rated non-load bearing CFS stud wall and is designed to work with the company’s ProSTUD Drywall Framing System.

Zurn Elkay Ligature-Resistant Floor Drains (Z415-LR) | Behavioral Health and Correctional Plumbing Safety Solutions

By Zurn Elkay Water Solutions

To support safer environments, a line of Ligature-Resistant Floor Drains (Z415-LR) is engineered to deliver reliable performance while addressing the unique requirements of healthcare and correctional facilities. A tapered radial baffle design resists looping and wedging, smooth edges prevent cutting and vandal-proof screws protect against tampering or disassembly. The series is ideal for new fit, retrofit and POD construction in light-duty foot-traffic areas, and any floor drain—from the company or competitor—can be transformed into a ligature-resistant solution without needing complex tools or reconstruction.

Horton Automatics HD-2001 LL Sliding Doors | Lead-Lined Radiation Protection Doors

By Horton Automatics

For facilities that require both protection and integration into an architectural design, the heavy-duty lead-lined HD-2001 LL Sliding Doors are now available in a variety of wood grain options. Engineered to deliver critical protection where X-ray radiation containment is essential, the sliding doors incorporate specifiable 1/16- or 1/8-inch lead shielding. Available in single and bi-parting configurations, the high-performance doors come in a wide range of finishes, including stainless steel, galvanized cladding and wood veneers. 

Sheet Metal Supply Board & Batten Metal Panels | Fire-Resistant Vertical Wall Cladding

By Sheet Metal Supply Ltd.

An addition to a growing envelope offering, a Board & Batten metal panel option for vertical applications is fire and pest resistant. The profile is available in all the company’s color offerings, plus copper, zinc, exotics and woodgrain finishes. A full line of supporting trim is available in matching or contrasting colors. 

Ruskin XP500 Aluminum Extreme Weather Louver | FEMA-Grade Impact- and Rain-Resistant Louvers

By Ruskin

As a direct result of customer feedback, the XP500 Aluminum Extreme Weather Louver relaunched with a low leak flange mounting option. The stationary extreme weather louver with sight-proof blades is tested to FEMA 361 standards and ICC500 specifications to protect against both large missile impact and Class A wind-driven rain within a single design. Because of its flange mounting, the extreme weather louver meets the requirements for low leaks and can be attached directly to a wall opening, allowing it to be mounted internally, externally or in conjunction with other louvers with a 5-inch-deep frame. 

PPG Coraflon Powder Coatings | High-Performance Architectural Metal Finishes

By PPG Industrial Coatings

After several decades of wear and tear, a redevelopment project for the Bulletin Building sought to retain the scale, massing and character of the original structure while incorporating interventions such as an alphabet-patterned fit and multi-story glass façade finished with a glossy Coraflon power coating formulated exclusively for the project. The once windowless gray brick east facing wall was reimagined to incorporate expansive clear glass walls framed by a shimmering deep cherry-colored “Galaxy Red” metal cladding. Adapting automotive coatings expertise, the Coraflon powder topcoat incorporated “glass flake” technology to increase sparkle, depth and dimension; achieved 70-degree gloss; and complied with the industry’s highest weathering standard. Based on a fluoroethylene vinyl ether formulation, the high-performance powder coatings are created to provide UV durability colorfastness and gloss retention. 

Invi Air Slot Tile Square Diffusers (TS100) | Low-Profile Commercial Ceiling Air Distribution

By Invi Air

Blending in with acoustical and tile grid ceilings, Slot Tile Square Diffusers (TS100) offer a clean, blended look while accommodating high airflow requirements. Crafted from a composite diffuser material that minimizes condensation, static and dust buildup, the material enables versatile use for supply and return applications while delivering a flush finish to match the depth of other ceiling tiles. It comes as a kit with the plenum box and is designed to fit into standard 24- by 24-inch T-bar and drop ceiling grids; it can be fully customized as well to meet specific airflow needs. The diffuser is ASTME 84 Class A rated and complies with California Air Resources Board (CARB) Phase II standards. 

Guardian Glass SunGuard SNX 60+ | High-Performance Low-E Daylighting Glass

By Guardian Glass

Launching in North America, SunGuard SNX 60+ glass combines a crisp, neutral aesthetic with a Light to Solar Gain (LSG) ratio of 2.41 that helps balance daylighting and heat gain. The triple silver low-E coated glass maintains a uniform, neutral reflected color regardless of viewing angle and allowing 60% visible light transmission. Available on a variety of the company’s glass substrates, the glass delivers a solar heat gain coefficient of 0.25 and U-value of 0.29, contributing to reduced cooling loads, enhanced thermal comfort and meeting stringent energy codes. 

Hollman Ventures MeSpace Workstations | Adaptive Neurodiverse Workplace Pods

By Hollman Inc. Ventures

Aiming to unlock the potential of neurodiverse professionals and enabling enhanced productivity, MeSpace manufactures modern, adaptive workstations with user-controlled lighting, acoustics, desk height and visual privacy. By curating an atmosphere that supports concentration and creativity based on core principles of neuroarchitecture, the workstations foster a focused, efficient workflow. Suitable for offices, campuses and hybrid environments, the workspaces can be placed as individual units or grouped together into hubs that balance privacy with connection. The Workstation Series is offered in four “core” options and four color palettes. 

Tarkett VCT II Collection | Durable, Color-Rich Commercial Flooring

By Tarkett

The VCT II Collection expands with the addition of 12 accent colors that can be mixed and matched with the existing palette of 45 colors in creative layouts. Spanning the rainbow, the color introductions allow for playful creativity in school and retail settings, and the IMAGINATIONS Custom Floor Design program can assist with designing a flooring vision. Made with 85% limestone, the flooring withstands heavy traffic and rolling loads, is FloorScore certified, and is accepted through the company’s ReStart take-back and recycling program at the end of its life. 

The Splash Lab Lumashelf | Pre-Assembled Integrated Handwashing Systems

By The Splash Lab

With Danish-inspired curves and floating design, the Lumashelf is an integrated, pre-assembled and intuitive handwashing system designed for high-traffic public restrooms. Using soft strip lighting and illuminated, easy-to-understand icons for wash-and dry zones, the sculptural sink enhances the sensory experience while featuring LEED-compliant materials and maintaining ADA-compliance when installed. All components arrive pre-installed and factory-tested; plumbing, electrical, drainage, soap reservoirs and optional air dryer motors are pre-fastened to the frame. The unified solution is available in 1-, 2- or 3-user modules. 

Greenheck Model DGX & MSX with PDX | High-Capacity Make-Up Air and Cooling Units

By Greenheck

Ideal for warehouse, kitchen, industrial and commercial applications, the Model DGX and Model MSX make-up air units with packaged direct expansion (PDX) have increased their cooling and airflow options in housing size H22. In such a configuration, the units now offer airflow up to 9,000 cfm and expand their range for make-up air applications by adding cooling capacities at 7, 10 and 16 tons. The redesigned Model DGX with PDX provides direct gas-fired heat and incorporates microchannel coils. Model MSX is available with electric heat, steam coils or hot water coils, and both models use EPA-compliant R-454B refrigerant for PDX cooling, with chilled water and evaporative cooling as alternatives. 

The Bryer Company Metal Wall & Roof Panels | Energy-Efficient Mixed-Use Building Envelope Systems

By The Bryer Company

A showcase for Seattle’s Living Building Pilot Program, 35 Stone is a neighborhood-focused workplace and retail center that supports health and wellness while celebrating the city’s origins with a mass timber framework and industrial-inspired form. Metal wall and roofing panels from The Bryer Company supported the building meeting rigorous energy and water reductions—a requirement of the Living Building Pilot Program, which gives additional area and height to buildings in exchange—especially when it came to capturing and directing rainwater. A “hard shell” form created from 22-gauge, 12-inch TBC-Superseam roof panel for the sloping roof transforms to exterior siding, including 22-gauge, 12-inch TBC-Ultra and 0.32-inch aluminum 7/8 Corrugated wall panels, while concealing an integrated gutter system. The end result is the building saves more than 50% of water compared to a typical commercial propery in the city, and the standing seam metal paneling with curtainwall glazing serve as a big part of the visual identity of the project. 

These November 2025 building products highlight advancements in modular interiors, glazing performance, acoustic comfort, building envelope resilience, and next-generation restroom and workstation solutions. Want more monthly product roundups and construction innovations? Subscribe to our Daily 5 newsletter or explore past product picks below.