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The article focuses on efforts of architect Jan Henrik Jansen to design and construct a house in Odense, Denmark. It mentions that the curtain wall along the interior curve of the C was made of triple-glazed thermal glass. It also discusses efforts of Hans Wegner to design the furniture of dining room which includes a sewing table and chair to the side.

The article focuses on the Lincoln Castle renovation on crumbling curtain walls, and installation of lift to carry visitors located in England which was established by the conqueror William I.

The article evaluates the designs of the Shanghai Tower in Shanghai, China, designed by the architectural firm Gensler and the research center the Jerome L. Greene Science Center in Manhattan, New York City, New York, designed by the architectural firm Renzo Piano Building Workshop (RPBW), with a particular focus on the buildings' double curtain walls.

The article discusses curtain wall design as of July 1, 2013. The author focuses on all-glass curtain walls, mixed material glass curtain walls, and double walls. Also commented on are the costs of all glass curtain walls, stick-built curtain walls, and structural glazing. Further discussed are materials used in the building of facades, fritted glass, and coatings and glazings used in curtain walls.

Features several window curtain designs. Details on the style of different curtains; Guidelines for the appropriate place of hanging specific curtain design; Advises for proper care of window treatments.

Focuses on curtain walls in architectural designs. Significance of curtain walls against wall infiltration and other forces; Importance of visionary engineers and progressive manufacturers to structural success of curtain walls; Architects' aim for an all-glass curtain in curtain walls; Samples of curtain wall designs such as those found in the American Museum of Natural History and others.

The article discusses the significance of building materials using stones in the construction of a strong building or structure. Several types of stones are being used to curtain walls as stone-cutting technology has advanced to produce less than 2 inches thick of stone panels. According to Ava Szypula, building materials laboratory director for TestWell Craig, there is no such thing as a bad stone but several factors should be considered such as its strength, durability and response to freeze-thaw cycles.

The article focuses on the new developments in curtain wall construction which increase design flexibility while reducing costs and using polyamide to establish a thermal break. Topics discussed include aluminum is a primary building material in buildings pursuing sustainability, materials seeking certification under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program and low-e coatings and insulating glass units (IGUs) improved the thermal performance of glazed openings.

The development of custom curtain wall assemblies is an excellent way to create a true architectural signature on a building. The investment made in them is as much about the firm's design reputation, as it is about actual project budget. For this reason, it is important to design, budget, and specify custom systems in a way that guarantees the best chances of survival beyond value engineering, and through to chances of survival beyond value engineering, and through to the construction phase. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The primary factors most designers consider when selecting window and curtain wall systems for their projects tend to involve cost, appearance, and energy efficiency. However, other considerations— such as weatherproofing, performance, and durability—can also be critical. Understanding material options, along with aspects like performance data and perimeter detailing are crucial. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The glass itself usually dominates conversations to improve the energy efficiency of curtain wall and window framing systems. Nevertheless, the curtain wall and window framing plays a crucial role in energy-efficient glazing in at least three ways: allowable free spans, support for high-efficiency glass units, and thermal conductivity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on the move of manufacturers to design curtain wall and operable vents with triple glazing to increase stringency of model energy codes and zero-carbon sustainability goals. It says that systems designed for triple glazing help achieve the needed low-U-factors for the buildings. It mentions that low U-factors can be achieved with suspended coated film (SCF) technology insulating glass (IG) units without added weight. Moreover, the occurrence of heat transfer is discussed.

The article looks at the breathability of curtain walls called air leakage rate. Topics include indoor air quality (IAQ), air exchange performance, and HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system design. Water leakage of curtain walls and its relationship to the air leakage rate is also addressed.

Non-structural wall partitions are one of the most common applications for steel framing--specifically light-gauge steel studs. As specifiers, it is important to understand the material and its manufacturing requirements. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

When it comes to curtain and window walls, the problem-solving concept of 'eliminating the cause' is superior to 'designing for the effect.' This principle is illustrated through an examination of exterior wall system designs for water leakage, interior water condensation, and structural problems. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Presents a performance checklist for curtain wall design. Thermal performance, air infiltration, structural performance and water infiltration of curtain walls; Curtail wall designs of Bracken House, Reina Sofia Museum of Modern Art, Business Promotion Centre and Mansell Street.

The article discusses the benefits of complex glass facades which provide low U-values at the redeveloped Royal Eye Hospital in Manchester, England. It explores the viability of double glazing innovation from Glassolutions Unlimited Corp. for glazing configurations, thermal breaks, innovative materials and curtain walling. It explains the benefits of spandrel panels and solar control glazing in the curtain walling in terms of insulation, thermal conductivity, and thermal comfort.

The article reports on the design and construction of the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope enclosure by Dynamic Structures Ltd. on Mauna Kea, Hawaii in 2010. Dynamic's senior designer Craig Breckenridge and his colleagues use computer-aided design (CAD) software and Autodesk tools in helping control the stack-up of tolerances. According to Breckenridge, a thermal analysis is also made for every ride because parts could have operated outdoors or indoors.

Evaluates the metal cladding equipment products in the U.S. Design of the CW-250 curtain wall from Vistawall; Feature of the Slender panel system on energy efficiency from Smith-Midland; Capabilities of the System 5600 curtain Wall from OFC Corp.

The article focuses on a new testing facility that houses a custom-made hexapod motion simulator announced by KVH Industries Inc., a communications systems provider. The new observatory features a curved wall of windows and cantilever roof supported by a single beam which faces satellites that provide television and communications signals to the company's antennae. It allows testing environments including vibration, humidity and motion simulation tests.

The article reviews the architectural design of the curtain wall of the building Burj Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates which was designed by the firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill.

The article reports on a custom suspended solution provided by Spider, a division of SafeWorks LLC, for the installation of window walls on 16-story Centre 425 commercial office facility in Bellevue, Washington.

The article evaluates the N Scale Architect HO-scale Curtain Wall Sytem.

Reports on the renovation of International Flavors & Fragrances' (IFF) New York City headquarters. Installation of a bronze curtain wall system by Glassalum International Corp. of Miami; Der Scutt Architect; Lehrer McGovern Bovis Inc. INSETS: New HVAC alleviates odors.;Platform enhanced worker mobility..

The article offers information on the renovation project at Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, Mississippi which added two floors and a rooftop penthouse to the hospital's primary patient tower. Topics covered include the installation of a wind-resistant and watertight curtainwall system to replace the hospital's facade, the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) designed and built at the west tower, and the savings and rise in satisfaction scores after the renovation was completed ahead of schedule.

Discusses the reasons for the failures of curtain walls in buildings. Structural function of the walls; Improper coordination of the design with the building structure; Liability of contractors for failures; Need for more involvement of structural engineers in designing walls.

Features the Personal Space Provider (PSP) curtain divider for use in hospital wards. Research on caring for dementia patients; Contribution to resident's quality of life; Description of the design; Functions; Convertability.

The article focuses on the factors that affect the design of a building's curtain wall. It notes that the vertical mullions of a curtain wall are limited to lengths that can be easily transported and constructed. It mentions that a curtain wall must also be designed to prevent building movements from breaking sealants and disengaging gaskets, permitting moisture and air infiltration. It emphasizes the need for architects to study the relationship between structures and curtain walls.

The article offers information on the Guardian 275® Translucent Panel Skylights and Curtainwall from Major Industries Inc.

The article focuses on the installation of blast-resistant curtainwall on the new building of the Federal Reserve Bank of Detroit in Michigan. A factory-glazed steel-clad system from Wausau Windows was custom-fabricated for on-site installation. A single lite of glass could weigh up to 1,100 pounds to meet the bomb blast, bullet and attack resistance requirements. The curtainwall was installed over a structural steel tube support system.

Reports on news briefs related to facilities design and management. Posting of the resumes of students on the web site of Cornell University's Facility Planning and Management Program; Selection of Harmon Limited by the General Services Administration to install a blast-resistant curtain wall at the Las Vegas Federal Building and United States (US) Courthouse; Amendment to the stance of the Building Owners and Managers Association related to utility deregulation.

The article describes the curtain wall of the Civic Arts Plaza in Thousand Oaks, California designed by Antoine Predock Architects with Dworsky Associates. Architect Antoine Predock built a curtain composed of about 1,200 copper panels that can move freely in the breeze to identify the theater of the civic center. The building's tubular steel are mounted on the fly tower to support a tensioned grid of stainless steel cables. The vertical cables are secured with stainless steel wire bolt and bushings to hold the panels in place.

The article focuses on various criteria considered by jurors of the journal while selecting the Architectural and Interior Design Showcase healthcare design construction projects included in the issue. The jurors include Amy H. Lopez, vice president at the engineering firm Smith Seckman Reid Inc. and Vicki VanStavern of VanStavern Design Group Inc. Topics discussed fusion of curtain wall and drywall in the projects, and the popularity of renovation works in health facilities.

The article reports that the Tolent clauses in the Construction Act have been outlawed in the case Yuanda (UK) v. WW Gear Construction. In this case, curtain walling specialist Yuanda failed to recognize the Tolent clause in its subcontract agreement with WW Gear Construction which declares the legal responsibility for paying legal and professional costs in relation to adjudication. The presiding judge in the case recapped the adjudication rules of the parliament.

The article presents an update on the costs and lead times of curtain walling in Great Britain. A 10% increase in the cost of a building's envelope over the past 12 months has been reported. The demand for stone, curtain walling and roofing products is expected to equal the capacity for their manufacture. Curtain walling prices are also predicted to increase above tender price inflation.

The article briefly discusses the architectural design of the bespoke curtain wall at the Wokingham Medical Centre in Berkshire, England, a project conceived by the firm Barbara Weiss Architects.