The Metal Academy explores the versatility and innovation of metal in modern architecture, from achieving exceptional durability to meeting ambitious sustainability goals. Courses in this collection cover strategies for designing with metal to balance long-term performance with striking aesthetics, highlighting its role in creating buildings that are resilient, efficient, and visually compelling.
Participants will examine the use of insulated metal panels (IMPs) in both functional and sustainable design, including their contributions to a low-carbon future. Topics include enhancing building envelopes for energy efficiency, achieving architectural excellence with metal, and maximizing the design potential of IMPs for both form and function. Real-world examples and expert insights illustrate how metal can deliver on durability, environmental responsibility, and design innovation.
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Unique qualities make metal a smart building solution for sustainable design
Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, ICC, IIBEC
Type: Article
Insulated metal panels offer environmental benefits, ease of installation, and potential for high design
Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IDCEC/HSW, IIBEC
Type: Article
IMPs and their role in a low carbon world
Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, ICC, IDCEC/HSW, IIBEC
Type: Article
Curved, bended, textured, or patterned, metal composite material panels can be used to create decorative, eye-catching facade designs
Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IDCEC, IIBEC
Type: Article
Available in custom colors and specialty finishes, high-performance MCM wall finishes are taking design to a new level
Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IDCEC/HSW, IIBEC
Type: Article
Understanding insulated metal panels in modern building construction
Credits: AIA/HSW, GBCI, ICC, IIBEC
Type: Article
Single-skin metal pans offer a versatile, durable, and flexible option for sustainable construction
Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IDCEC/HSW, IIBEC
Type: Multimedia
Specifying metal cladding for roof and siding can prove ideal in retrofits
Credits: AIA/HSW, ICC, IIBEC
Type: Webinar On-Demand