Tag: sustainable
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Green by Design: Building Sustainable and Wellness-Centric Offices
The future of interior office fit-out design is not only functional and tech-driven, but also increasingly sustainable and human-centric. As companies return to physical workspaces or adopt hybrid models, there’s growing recognition that office interiors need to do more than just house desks and chairs. They must contribute to employee wellbeing, support environmental goals, and…
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Sustainable Mattresses That Support Healthier Urban Living
In today’s fast-paced urban environments, sustainability is no longer just a trend—it’s a necessity. From green buildings to energy-efficient appliances, eco-conscious choices are now shaping the way we live. But one area often overlooked in the conversation about sustainable urban living is where we spend nearly a third of our lives: our beds. Choosing the…
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Building Bold and Sustainable: A Talk with James O’Callaghan
James O’Callaghan, the co-founder of Eckersley O’Callaghan, is widely regarded as a leading pioneer in structural glass. More recently, he has been crucial in designing the world’s tallest hybrid timber building: the Atlassian Tower in Sydney. Ahead of his keynote at the Nordic Facade Forum 2025 in Helsinki, I had the pleasure of sitting down…
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Meet ArnoldAnd: Boston Firm Focused on Modern, Sustainable Design
Creativity, functionality, sustainability and client-driven design. That’s the foundation upon which Boston architect Matthew Arnold recently unveiled ArnoldAnd, a boutique architectural practice serving residential, commercial and hospitality clients in Boston and beyond. Prior to launching ArnoldAnd, Arnold has worked as an architect in the city of Boston and surrounding areas for the past two decades,…
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Rethinking Sustainable Pavement Striping, EverLine Coatings
In the pavement maintenance industry, products that market themselves as green, eco-conscious, or sustainable often have the unwarranted reputation of being inferior to their traditional counterparts. On the one hand, it isn’t without precedent. There are examples from early adopters in the field of environmentally conscious products that may have come to market too soon,…
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Retinking Glass for a Sustainable Future
The Nordic Façade Forum unites global experts and building professionals to explore the latest innovations in construction. I spoke with one of the keynote speakers, Jochen Regenauer, Head of Strategic Projects & Business Development EMEA at Kuraray, regarding the sustainability of glass construction. Jochen has over 20 years of experience in the glazing and construction…
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Sound Seal Debuts EchoWool, Sustainable Acoustic Solution
Sound Seal, a Catalyst Acoustics Group brand and leading manufacturer of noise control products serving the industrial, architectural, commercial and construction industries, today announced the launch of EchoWool, a highly durable acoustic board made from aspen wood fibers, portland cement and water. Eco-friendly and moisture-resistant, EchoWool is highly versatile and can be mounted on interior or exterior…
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Mercer Mass Timber powers sustainable construction at Walmart HQ
Mercer Mass Timber (MMT), a leading manufacturer of sustainable timber building materials and a subsidiary of Mercer International Inc., is playing a key role in the construction of Walmart’s new home office in Bentonville, Arkansas—the largest mass timber corporate campus in the United States. The installation of the mass timber panels began in Spring 2024 and…
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Siplast Debuts TCPP-Free Paratherm® NH for Sustainable Insulation
Siplast, a Standard Industries company and leader in high-performance roofing and waterproofing solutions, is proud to announce that its full line of Paratherm® Non-Halogenated (NH) polyiso products are TCPP Free, Red-List Free and now are offered at standard polyiso pricing. Siplast introduced its Paratherm® NH Polyiso Insulation product line in 2017, featuring a TCPP-free, non-halogenated…
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2025 Sustainable Construction Trends: How Builders Can Stay Ahead
As the global focus on sustainability intensifies, the construction industry is significantly transforming. In 2025, the need for green, energy-efficient buildings has become more pressing than ever. With climate change concerns, resource shortages, and a growing demand for eco-friendly solutions, the role of sustainable construction practices is becoming increasingly critical. Builders and developers are now…