Design
Commercial Pool Decks & Waterparks
June 26, 2024
Discover durable and aesthetically appealing flooring solutions for commercial pool decks and waterparks with Elite Crete Systems. Elite Crete Systems specialty coatings are engineered to enhance safety and longevity, ideal for both indoor and outdoor environments.
Balancing Automation and Human Touch in Package Management
June 20, 2024
Short-staffed properties, a lack of space, and cluttered common areas can create a less-than-secure environment and an inefficient package delivery experience that leaves both staff and residents frustrated. Automation can help. Smart lockers and access-controlled package rooms have revolutionized the way property managers handle package management, allowing residents to retrieve their packages from a secure location at their convenience. However, automated package management solutions aren’t set-it-and-forget-it technologies. Like all technology, disruptions are inevitable, and events such as power outages, misdelivery errors, and resident changes require a human touch to resolve.
Shower Wall Panel Patterns: Maximalist, Transitionalist, and Scandinavian Designs
May 21, 2024
The perception that shower wall panels are synonymous with plain, white, and institutional designs is outdated. While basic white glossy panels are still available and cost-effective, today's options offer style without compromising on ease of maintenance. This is great news for those looking to avoid the hassle of grout joints while enhancing their bathroom aesthetics.
Innovative Natural Stone Panels Redefining Architectural Possibilities
January 2, 2024
Imagine the strength and timeless elegance of natural stone combined with lightweight, resilient properties. Enter a groundbreaking solution revolutionizing architectural design: a fusion of stone and innovation known across the industry for its unmatched versatility — a composite panel system redefining possibilities in construction and design.
Sustainable AcoustiBuilt ceiling and wall system offers the seamless, monolithic look of drywall - but with the ideal combination of sound absorption and sound blocking
November 3, 2023
The ACOUSTIBUILT ceiling and wall system is a single-layer, seamless acoustical drywall alternative that combines the monolithic look of traditional drywall with TOTAL ACOUSTICS performance, providing the ideal combination of sound absorption and sound blocking. Better than drywall? That's right! Compare it to other products >
Introducing the REFLECTORâ„¢ Enhancer Flooring Systems for Architects
August 25, 2023
Elevate your architectural designs with the innovative REFLECTORâ„¢ Enhancer Flooring System by Elite Crete Systems. Crafted exclusively for the discerning needs of commercial, industrial, and residential spaces, this specialty, high-build, self-leveling, and fluid-applied floor coating opens the door to a world of possibilities. When your project demands a flooring solution that seamlessly blends durability, longevity, aesthetics, ease of maintenance, and complete customization, the REFLECTORâ„¢ system stands ready to meet and exceed your expectations. To ensure optimal results and capture the distinct essence of these flooring systems, we recommend engaging with our technical experts before installation or specification.
Discover 14 Captivating Public Outdoor Seating Designs by Wausau Tile
August 15, 2023
Elevate your outdoor spaces to new heights of charm and functionality with the innovative seating designs offered by Wausau Tile. Whether you're envisaging a serene oasis in your backyard or planning a dynamic urban park layout, infusing your environment with a variety of seating options can transform it into an inviting and cozy haven.
Introducing Stromberg GFRC: The Future of Reinforced Concrete
August 10, 2023
Traditional concrete has long been fortified with steel to enhance its strength, but a revolutionary evolution has occurred with the advent of Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC). GFRC takes concrete to a new level, harnessing the power of glass fibers for reinforcement instead of steel. This groundbreaking innovation has redefined the possibilities of construction materials and techniques.
New decorative enclosures and light pole base shrouds in the latest Custom Base Capabilities Catalog by Terracast Products
July 4, 2023
Have you Downloaded the latest Custom Base Capabilities Catalog by Terracast Products? New styles and sizes are continually added to the line of decorative enclosures and light pole base shrouds. Check out the updated catalog!
Determining the thickness of glass partition walls
June 21, 2023
Glass partition walls serve various purposes, from creating separate spaces in offices to enhancing the aesthetics of shower doors and storefronts. Avanti Systems, the market leader in designing, engineering & manufacturing glass wall systems for commercial interiors, offers insights into determining the appropriate thickness for these partitions.
New planter styles and sizes in the latest Planter Catalog by Terracast Products
June 9, 2023
Have you downloaded the latest Planter Catalog by Terracast Products? Several styles and sizes are recently added to the extensive planter line. Check out the updated catalog!
Powder Coating for Warehouse & Racking
June 2, 2023
Powder Coatings offer more durable options. By developing highly abrasion-resistant powder coatings, TIGER has made it possible to achieve extraordinary improvements that provide lasting abrasion resistance yet it only needs a single coat – and all without impairing the visual purity, gloss, color or physical properties of the powder coatings in any way.
How it Works: Solaris® Cool Roof for Solar Reflectivity
May 5, 2023
As more consumers request sustainable materials, CertainTeed is ready with multiple options. One of the top sustainable products from their Landmark® series is the Landmark Solaris solar-reflective shingle. Let’s learn more about these shingles and the forward-thinking technology used to develop them.
The Benefits of Translucent Panel Daylighting Systems
April 20, 2023
Major Industries has been manufacturing translucent panel skylights, canopies and wall systems since 1980. Their popularity is driven by the fact that they’re a great way to bring soft, diffuse daylighting into interior spaces. They’re also lightweight, easy to install, don’t require expensive internal or external shading devices, are impact resistant and affordable. Lets take a look at what makes up a translucent panel, and how they can benefit your next project.
StoneLite® Exterior Stone Applications
March 9, 2023
StoneLite® panels have over four decades of proven performance on the exterior of buildings throughout the world. After many years of exposure to many different environments and being subjected to extreme heat, bitter cold, earthquakes and hurricanes, the panels not only retain their natural beauty but remain durable and continue to perform.
The StoneLite® exterior stone paneling system and its installation components have been thoroughly tested by leading independent testing laboratories. They have proven performance in bond strength and flexural strength following acid freeze/thaw and UV radiation exposure. They are accepted by I.C.C. (formerly ICBO) and other code bodies for unrestricted use as exterior cladding for Type I buildings.
eGlass Railing structural glass railing systems offer a clean minimal look for any application
January 26, 2023
Structural glass railings systems have no posts and thin, optional cap rails. Enjoy your view with zero visual obstruction! If a minimal, clean look is what you desire Base Shoe and Standoff Systems look polished in both indoor and outdoor applications.
Outdoor shades doubled this restaurant’s seating capacity
January 6, 2023
If there’s one thing popular restaurants never seem to have enough of, it’s space. The Cow: An Eatery is no exception. The Cow is in beautiful Morrison, Colorado, which is home to Red Rocks Amphitheatre and Red Rocks Park. The restaurant has a busy mix of tourists and local regulars. To make the most of their space, the owners enclosed the Cow’s back patio with fabric and plastic outdoor shades. This allowed them to add seating for about 30 customers.
Custom manufactured light poles to meet specifications designated by you
November 7, 2022
Niland manufactures the industry's largest and most diverse selection of custom decorative aluminum pole products. All of our antique street lamps are cast aluminum poles featuring four or five-inch fluted pole options, specifiable up to 16 feet. Choose your height with Niland and let our poles' flexibility suit individual area requirements for all of your projects. The ornate decorative cast base light poles are unitized in one piece construction and all exterior welds are finished smooth. Our in-house pattern and machine shop can duplicate any historic antique street lamp or street light post as part of our free design service. Show us an old photo of your old main street light pole and we'll handle the rest.
Designing a Successful Mail and Package Center
August 24, 2022
Architect and design professionals can easily design package and mailroom retrieval spaces which optimize layout and address efficiency by using this guide.
What are Downspout Planters?
August 19, 2022
Downspout planters are decorative planters specially designed to absorb and filter stormwater before it enters stormwater management or sewer. They are typically installed along or at the end of the downspout to capture the water. They remove pollutants through filtration by plants while adding aesthetic appeal and providing habitat to wildlife. The best part of the downspout planter is that they do not require a lot of space, which is perfect for urban areas, where space is limited. TerraCast® Planters are ideal for filtering stormwater because they are not affected by water, whereas some material requires a waterproof liner inside the container to avoid rust, corrosion, or rot.