The structural system can account for as much as 62% of the embodied carbon associated with the production of an office building and 51% of a hospital or a school. Graphic courtesy S. C. Kaethner, J.

Office-to-residential conversion seems like a simple solution to a problem. Nationwide, office vacancies stand at 17%, with some big cities—San Francisco, Houston, Austin—topping 30%, while the U.S.

Propel your career forward with an accredited graduate certificate. Engineers able to provide solutions to complex building needs are in high demand. Get integrated training in the theory, analysis, ...

It has been nearly three weeks since one of California's most devastating wildfires began, triggering an immense effort to combat the blaze and mitigate further damage. As firefighters work to contain ...

Architectural Engineering is a relatively specialized field of study; UW is one of only 18 institutions nationwide to offer an accredited degree in this discipline. Architectural Engineers are trained ...

Today’s evolving fireground demands a greater understanding of buildings, occupancy risk profiling (ORP) and building anatomy by all companies operating on the fireground. The identification, ...

Very few contractors have the opportunity to build a super-tall building (defined by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat as being taller than 300 meters or 984 feet tall). But we are all ...

Nearly 40% of the energy produced in the U.S. is used for building operations. The near-central role of buildings in the global climate and energy scenario makes it crucial for architects, engineers ...

All Metal provides pre-engineered buildings, metal roofs and structural steel for residential and commercial structures throughout Dothan, Alabama, Georgia and Florida All Metal Building Systems in ...

A common problem for Hawaii homeowners, water intrusion wreaks havoc on island homes during stormy season. Structural Systems President Damien Enright takes Mikey Monis to on-site to show Living808 ...