Metal Architecture

Do your cold-climate designs put safety first? Take this quick quiz on snow and ice retention systems!

Do your cold-climate designs put safety first? - Metal Architecture Metal roofing on cold-climate designs means durable rooftops that withstand the winter. It also means specifying the right snow retention systems.

Challenge your alpine design knowledge with this quick quiz: https://www.metalarchitecture.com/quizzes/alpine-design-snow

AISC announces the submission details for the 2027 IDEAS awards. Learn more:

AISC announces submission details for 2027 structural steel design awards - Metal Architecture The IDEAS Awards are now open for entries. This opportunity to showcase structural steel design is open until August 31.

Congratulations to the 8 winners of the 2026 North American Copper in Architecture Awards!

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3 new builds, 5 restorations shine in the 19th annual North American Copper in Architecture Awards - Metal Architecture Explore the 2026 North American Copper in Architecture Awards (NACIA), and the emphasis on historical retrofits across the board.

The Design District Returns
to METALCON in 2026

The Design District Returnsto METALCON in 2026 - Metal Architecture METALCON's The Design District returns, providing AIA continuing education opportunities. This stands alongside four other learning centers.

Explore our article "Clearing the Air with Standard and Acoustical Smoke Vents" with critical examples of safe design strategies.

Clearing the Air with Standard and Acoustical Smoke Vents - Metal Architecture The metal vents were a critical component of the rebuild, as the structure destroyed by fire did not include smoke vents.

How solid are your snow-safe roofing skills? Take the quiz: https://www.metalarchitecture.com/quizzes/snow-safe-roofing

How Strong is Your Snow-Safe Roofing Know-How? - Metal Architecture Explore the longevity and specification considerations for snow-safe roofing with this quick knowledge test. Challenge your design know-how!

An art installation in Jacksonville reflects 100 years of local music.
Learn how:

A Ca****la Installation Reflects 100 Years of Jacksonville Music - Metal Architecture A Ca****la in Jacksonville, Fla. is a landscape architecture feat that creates silent music, embodying community sound through design.

Updates to the North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for windows, doors, and skylights (NAFS) redefine resilience in daylighting design.

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Standard Updates Redefine Resilience for Skylight, Window, and Door Design - Metal Architecture Skylights, windows, and doors must perform in coastal areas, and standard updates to the NAFS support architects in designing for resilience.

This indoor climbing facility's design emulates rock forms! Learn more about this metal-clad project: https://www.metalarchitecture.com/news/recreation-destination-rock

Award-winning Recreation Destination Design Emulates Rock Forms - Metal Architecture A recreation destination in Jacksonville, Fla. uses metal to create a distinct rock form-style design. Explore the creativity in this structure.