The American Institute of Architects announced the winners of its AIA Awards 2024 during a prestigious gala held at the historic Pension Building, home of the National Building Museum.

The announcement follows months of stakeholder input and expertise to establish a universal definition of a net zero building. It will serve as a guide for state and local governments and companies setting energy and carbon reduction targets to achieve global climate goals.

Knight Wall Systems General Manager Brian Nelson has been elected to the Rainscreen Association in North America (RAiNA)’s Board of Directors, according to RAiNA Executive Committee Chair Todd Kimmel.

Duro-Last announced the appointment of Darren Schulz as its new president. As a building products and roofing veteran, Schulz will lead strategic growth initiatives and operations for Duro-Last’s comprehensive line of commercial roofing solutions.

Laminators Incorporated announced the appointment of Paul Baxter as New Product Development Manager. This strategic addition to their team accentuates their commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Several upcoming METALCON presentations look at building performance, aimed at educating builders, roofers and architects on making the best decisions for their customers. METALCON is scheduled for October 30 through November 1 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.

Albert Kahn Associates is taking great strides to change that by appointing its first female CEO to oversee the iconic architectural, engineering, planning, design, and management firm. Montague becomes only the 12th CEO in the firm’s nearly 130-year history and retains her title as President, as well. 

Today, at the Summer Sustainability Summit 2024, One Click LCA launches a new software tool to ensure compliance with Part 11, Title 24, of the California Code of Regulations — CALGreen.

TPG Architecture is marking the celebration of its 45th anniversary – an occasion that recognizes the importance of the client trust and partnership that has been integral to its success since 1979.

Participants at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance heard about the definitions, measurements, codes and testing standards for several natural disasters though an Intertek-sponsored session, “Natural Disaster Standards and Testing.”