More Than Skin–Creating Total Facade Designs

Balancing appearance and performance requires a total design process
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Sponsored by Airolite, Azon, Inpro, Neolith®, Tamlyn, and Vitro Architectural Glass
By Peter J. Arsenault, FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP
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Peter J. Arsenault, FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP is a nationally known architect and a prolific author advancing positive acoustical experiences through better building design. www.pjaarch.com, www.linkedin.com/in/pjaarch

 

Airolite
Azon
Inpro Corporation
Neolith®
TAMLYN
Vitro Architectural Glass

 

 
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Originally published in Architectural Record
Originally published in December 2022


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More Than Skin–Creating Total Facade Designs
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