Design MDU storage areas and public restrooms that offer people a better, safer experience.

In this episode of the “I Hear Design” podcast, host Robert Nieminen discusses the topic of specifying sustainable and healthy furniture, focusing on understanding various…

From a distance, today’s building innovations in cladding performance, aesthetics, and construction appear unconstrained and quite varied. Material mixing is creating newly expressive façades, and…

Today’s market demands product performance, health, safety and sustainability.  Throughout the ceramic tile industry, there are many solutions, depending on the type of information which…

ON-DEMAND WEBINAR | This CEU course is designed to provide the learner with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions about vinyl specification. (1.0 LU/HSW)

Faster delivery of buildings isn’t always associated with sustainability benefits or long-term value, but things are changing. An instructive case is in the development of…

For centuries, the hospital (or clinic) was the meeting place where patient and physician came together. Today, the expectation for where, how and when these…

Vinyl and rubber infuse the flooring sector with innovation in sustainability and style.

 

Part 2 of the Women in Residential+Commercial Construction Extended Webinar Series. 

In this episode of I Hear Design, we’ll dive into a topic that’s sparked a lot of debate over the years: the use of PVC…

When it comes to material sourcing, Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) can help designers identify and specify green products with greater confidence. Here’s what you need to know about the process.

Today’s office environment requires more agility and adaptability than in any previous decade. The list of changes occurring are constantly evolving, but they all require…

Designers and end-users are increasingly focused on the connection between the products they specify and the subsequent impact on health and wellness. As such, the topic of transparency has never been more important.

Take a closer look at the benefits of building automation and best practices for selecting wood products for ceilings and walls.

In this episode of I Hear Design, we’re diving into the dynamic world of urban design and mass transit projects. Our guests, Ana Francisca de…

Below-grade waterproofing systems can be critical features of building enclosure design, particularly when the structure has a deep foundation. As the foundation goes deeper, there…

Boston’s Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance, or BERDO, requires building owners to report and reduce carbon emissions. Here’s what building owners and managers need…

Executive Vice President of Samuelson Furniture, Michael Chalfin, shares his top recommendations on the details designers and specifiers should keep their eyes out for when…