Sebastian Hofmeister is a Senior Associate at Henning Larsen who leverages a decade of experience in complex projects. He seamlessly blends his keen technical knowledge with design sensibilities, expanding his expertise across office and life science buildings like Henning Larsen’s One Milestone East Lab Building in Allston, and performing art centers—having worked with REX on

For over 75 years, Kolbe windows and doors are best known for superior quality, craftsmanship, and attention to detail. From expansive windows to detailed doors, Kolbe offers a range of innovative, high-performing products. With an ever-expanding product lineup, Kolbe offers more functionality than ever before – paired with endless options for customization.

Gary Cunningham, FAIA, the founder and president of Cunningham Architects, has led the firm for 42 years, consistently challenging the conventional role of architecture and its impact on the goals of his diverse clientele. Rather than imposing a standardized architectural style, Gary, recognized as a humanist, deeply immerses himself in his clients’ cultures. His approach

RAICO Bautechnik GmbH is the acknowledged specialist for sophisticated building envelopes: We develop and distribute custom-made glass curtain walls which make unique architectures shine in all their glory. Be it constructions made of wood, steel or aluminium, we always provide the right RAICO solution to meet any given demands of design. Creative designs and extraordinary

CERACLAD is a factory-finished fiber cement siding system which utilizes a proven rain screen technology. Suitable for new construction and retrofit project, CERACLAD Rain Screen Exterior Siding System consists of pre-finished siding panels in a variety of patterns and texture, innovative panel clips and accessories, all of which are backed by a 20 year finsih

Dave Rossi has over 30 years of structural engineering experience including project management, design, and analysis of both new and existing buildings and other structures. He excels in conceptual and detailed design, as well as field investigations to assess potential seismic hazards. Dave develops solutions by integrating the building’s structural demands with the functional and

Brought to you by: Architect: LEVENBETTS Completion Date: June, 2023 Location: Brooklyn, New York The Brooklyn Public Library’s (BPL) East Flatbush Branch reopened in June after significant renovations led by LEVENBETTS, a New York City–based architectural practice that designed the building with input from librarians and community members. While a primary design goal of the

Shona O’Dea, LEED® AP BD+C, RESET AP, BEMP as Sustainability Director. Shona is dedicated to providing innovation and technical expertise in sustainable building design and operations at all scales; from indoor air quality to operational carbon. Focused on the West Coast, Shona joins the global Sustainable Engineering team who facilitate goal-setting, performance simulation expertise and

Dan Munn, P.E. is currently the Seattle Group Manager at TKDA, a full-service engineering firm committed to improving businesses and communities. With over 25 years of experience in engineering leadership and design of unique structures, Dan has been involved in design of well over 100 solar plants from traditional rooftops to some of the most

George Thomas serves as a Business Development Consultant for ClearVue Technologies based in Perth Australia. George is dedicated to seeking opportunities that elevate the sustainability profiles of ClearVue’s customers. With a recent Master’s degree in Sustainability from Harvard University, his primary focus lies in achieving carbon reductions on building facades, aligning with ClearVue’s mission to

JED is a Partner at Johnson Fain with more than 20 years of professional experience in designing large-scale projects including creative office, residential, and mixed-use developments. JED earned a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from the University of North Carolina-Charlotte and a Master of Architecture Degree from Virginia Tech. JED’s knowledge of the building industry

Hanna has 10 years of experience spanning a variety of project types, including office, arts & culture, and educational facilities. A detail-oriented and analytical architect, Hanna excels at providing technical support to her team, helping to streamline the design process while increasing efficiency. From small details to the big picture, she is able to shift

John MacKay is a detailed-oriented designer with a diverse collection of projects that span a variety of sectors such as residential, commercial, community, higher education, and infrastructure. Always focused on how a project might bring health and happiness to the owner, users, and community beyond, John is constantly thinking about a building’s performance, and how

On October 6, The Architect’s Newspaper’s Facades+ conference series returns to Chicago. The event will feature a day-long symposium with eight expert-led presentations. During breaks in the program attendees are encouraged to visit the Methods & Materials exhibition hall where they can speak with industry-leading facade manufacturers. Click here to view additional information about the

With 21 years of experience, Leo focuses on some of LMN’s most complex convention center projects and is an essential part of the firm’s knowledge base in current market trends. Originally from Rio de Janeiro, where he ran his own practice, Leo brings his international perspective and design skills to LMN’s collaborative work environment. With

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On September 27, The Architect’s Newspaper’s Facades+ conference series returns to Denver. The conference will be co-chaired by Brandon Andow, principal at HKS. Hosted at The Cable Center in downtown Denver, the conference will include a Methods & Materials Gallery, exhibiting the latest products from facade manufacturers, as well as a symposium room, which will

Andrew is co-founder of SumPoint. He’s a problem solving technologist – trained as an Architect, he takes on complex design challenges by collaborating across disciplines, working from micro to macro, and building interesting and impactful spaces that make the world a better place. Formerly, Andrew was Associate Director of Fabrication Architecture at Sidewalk Labs/Google where

LEED AP BD+C, Fitwel Ambassador While growing up Cara went through cycles of prioritizing her joy for the arts and focusing on analytical subjects of math and science. From painting, mixed media, and decorative arts to being on the math team, Cara often was pulled in what she thought to be opposite directions by these

Brought to you by: Architect: John Ronan Architects Location: Chicago Completion Date: June 2023 View More Project Info The new Chicago Park District Headquarters, located in Brighton Park, a neighborhood on Chicago’s South side, is an 80,000-square-foot building housing offices for city employees as well as public recreational facilities such as a gym and basketball courts.

With August coming to a close, AN prepares for a busy fall line up for its Facades+ conference series. Beginning with a Minneapolis conference in September, Facades+ will come to five different cities during the remainder of 2023. On September 12, Facades+ will return to Minneapolis for the first time since 2019. The program will

As an Architectural Design Associate with Viracon the past 10 years, Jennifer Highfield assists architects, engineers, developers, and consultants with architectural glass selection. Jennifer focuses on aligning performance demands, the desire for neutral aesthetics and daylighting for appropriate glass solutions. With her background in the construction industry and her extensive glass knowledge, she provides technical

Quaker Windows & Doors has been a recognized leader in the window and door industry since 1949. Now nearly 75 years later, and led by an all-female ownership group, Quaker’s presence in the commercial building sector is stronger than ever. Headquartered in Freeburg, MO, Quaker offers products for every market segment and the diversity of

Richard is attuned to solving for complex system assemblies and material interfaces. He helps guide project development while mentoring young designers throughout design phases. Richard approaches projects with joy and celebrates the process while continuing to push the envelope of built environments. Closely involved in design, coordination, and construction, he appreciates all phases of the