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ADAPTIVE SHADING SYSTEMS

Solar Shading for High‑Performance Facades

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Solar Shading is central to high‑performance facades, from vernacular‑inspired overhangs to kinetic skins and parametric self‑shading forms. This article explores design fundamentals, simulation tools, maintenance needs and emerging innovations, including smart glass and foil‑based thermal layers for next‑generation building envelopes.

Sound-Absorbing Facade Systems for Improved Indoor Acoustic Quality

Integrating CFD simulations for continuous facade performance improvement

Dynamic solar shading technologies for glare reduction and energy efficiency

Integration of emergency response systems in intelligent facades

SUSTAINABLE FACADES

SUSTAINABLE FACADE

Facade Waterproofing: Strategies for Moisture and Mold Control

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Facade Waterproofing is vital for moisture and mold control, safeguarding both building performance and occupant wellness. Discover best practices, diagnostic technologies, and smart sensor solutions to keep facades leak-free, healthy, and durable. All explored in detail by Facade Today for architects and facade professionals.
ENERGY CAPTURE

Energy-Positive Envelope Retrofit for Existing Buildings

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Retrofit unlocks energy-positive performance for existing building envelopes. Learn how advanced insulation, renewables, and smart technologies transform aging facades into sustainable, high-performance assets, driving energy savings, carbon reductions, and compliance with ambitious climate goals.

How Smart Windows Are Shaping the Future of Energy-Efficient Buildings

Kinetic Facades: Maximizing Energy Capture Through Dynamic Design

POWERSKIN PLUS: Prefabricated Modular Glazing with Integrated Energy Storage

Natural Ventilation in High-Rise Buildings: Lessons from the Oasia Hotel Downtown, Singapore

MATERIAL INNOVATION

ADVANCED MANUFACTURING

EVENTS

EXPERT TALKS

EXPERT TALKS

Unveiling the Future of Facade Design: Facade Today interviewing Global Voices at PBFD 2025

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This article wraps up Facade Today's four-part PBFD 2025 series, spotlighting the voices shaping the future of façade engineering. Olivier Dupuis, founder and editor of Facade Today, conducted a series of interviews with industry leaders including Angela Mejorin, Agnes Koltay, Vivian Manasc, Frank Maas, Saul Papaleo, Andrea Hellerman, and Michele Assebese. Their perspectives reveal the event’s defining themes (collaboration, innovation, and sustainability), offering key takeaways for facade professionals worldwide.

Elevating Exteriors: The Criticality of Façade Refurbishment in the GCC | WSP Anticipate Podcast

How Thermal Analysis Optimizes Façade Performance & Energy Efficiency | By NFE Structural

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CIRCULAR ECONOMY

FSC-Certified Wood in Facade Design: Balancing Aesthetics and Environmental Responsibility

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Explore how FSC-certified wood enhances sustainable facade design by combining environmental responsibility with architectural beauty. Learn about its climate benefits, circular economy role, and technical performance. Discover best practices for sourcing, compliance, and innovation in facade engineering. Read the full article on Facade Today!

Glass recycling in facade systems: challenges and opportunities for circular design

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Glass recycling in facades cuts raw material needs and enables design for easy disassembly and reuse. See how circular strategies benefit your projects. Read the full article now!

Digital Prefabrication: Reducing On-Site Waste in Facade Installation

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Prefabrication: a game-changer for facade engineers. Digital methods cut waste and speed up projects. They deliver precision, efficiency, and sustainability in facade installation. Explore the advantages — click to read more.

Optimizing Facade Panel Geometry: Minimizing Material Waste in Production

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Optimizing facade panel geometry reduces material waste and improves efficiency in facade production. Using AI-driven algorithms and advanced nesting techniques, engineers minimize scrap while maintaining design integrity. Learn how combinatorial optimization is revolutionizing sustainable facade manufacturing and cutting production waste by up to 11%.

Comparing Environmental Impacts: Life Cycle Assessment of ETICS vs. Ventilated Facade Systems

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Choosing between ETICS and ventilated facades? Life Cycle Assessment provides essential data on environmental impact, energy performance, and long-term recyclability. Make informed, eco-friendly decisions—discover more now!

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Solar Shading for High‑Performance Facades

ADAPTIVE SHADING SYSTEMS 0
Solar Shading is central to high‑performance facades, from vernacular‑inspired overhangs to kinetic skins and parametric self‑shading forms. This article explores design fundamentals, simulation tools, maintenance needs and emerging innovations, including smart glass and foil‑based thermal layers for next‑generation building envelopes.
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Facade Waterproofing: Strategies for Moisture and Mold Control

SUSTAINABLE FACADE 0
Facade Waterproofing is vital for moisture and mold control, safeguarding both building performance and occupant wellness. Discover best practices, diagnostic technologies, and smart sensor solutions to keep facades leak-free, healthy, and durable. All explored in detail by Facade Today for architects and facade professionals.
Read more

Local Supply Chains, Global Impact: Building Façade Resilience in a Tariff-Heavy World

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Façade Resilience is redefining architectural performance by prioritizing local supply chains, carbon-efficient materials like fiberglass, and tight-knit design networks. Learn how regional sourcing and predictable logistics deliver public projects that exceed energy and durability goals, shown through case studies across North America.
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