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Walls and ceilings are some of the most essential structural elements of any building–from defining the space, to bearing the load, to providing shelter and security. With this in mind, complying with the latest building codes is crucial, now more than ever, for ensuring the safety, durability and resiliency of wood buildings.

DOKK1 in Aarhus has won the international ‘Systematic–Public Library of the Year 2016’ award as the best new public library in the world. This is the first time a Danish library has received this honor.

Hurricane Katrina hit Biloxi, Mississippi in the summer of 2005, destroying nearly all the infrastructure on the coast, including the Palace Casino Resort. Ten years later, investments in the area have revitalized the shoreline and brought the city back to life.

Facility managers are often tasked with maintenance of parking structures. Made of concrete and steel, these multi-level hubs provide visitors and their vehicles with shelter from the elements and often provide access to housing or office space. However, protecting the structure itself from the constant onslaught of environmental stressors and wear-and-tear comes with its own set of challenges.

The 1.1 million square-foot headquarters is enveloped in terracotta, white metal, and glass to not only reduce solar intake, but to reduce the energy costs of the building as well. The glass exterior allows for an influx of natural light to penetrate the interior, while trees and other foliage create a natural environment in the structure’s centralized courtyard.