When bold color makes a statement, heads are guaranteed to turn. Studio [intrigue] Architects decided to make that statement on the exterior of the Marketplace Lofts. They wanted to not only catch the eye of people passing by, but also portray the type of lifestyle that the building would offer residents. Nestled across the street … Continued
From the very first student cottages in the 19th century to today’s modern dormitories and on-campus apartments, student housing remains a pivotal part of the college experience. Student housing not only provides convenience, but also serves as the main venue for students to socialize, learn and experience their first taste of freedom. Student housing also … Continued
The texture and warmth of natural wood can elevate almost any project and makes a bold statement when used as cladding for commercial buildings. When planning any construction project, you want to be certain that the building materials — from shingles to shiplap and all of the hardware between — you’re using are going to … Continued
When you think of educational architecture, the first things that come to mind might be neatly lined rows of desks, colorful wall decorations and the traditional, metallic lockers in the hallways. But schools have modernized their designs. Chalkboards became whiteboards, then SMART boards, spiral-ring notebooks gave way to tablets and computers, and the windowless, concrete … Continued
Nichiha’s Color Xpressions system can bring virtually any color to life on our Illumination Architectural Wall Panel. Designers take buildings to the next level with the thousands of color options available with Illumination. Each unique color choice makes a specific statement, offering the building a personality all its own. Join in the fun with Color … Continued
What’s your favorite color? Most people can answer this question without hesitation. Color is an integral part of our world and can have a psychological impact on all of us. As Frank H. Mahnke explains in an Archinect article, color not only impacts our natural surroundings, but also has influence within the architectural environment. He … Continued
Nichiha’s latest infographic is a must-see! Take a closer look at the results from a June 2015 Professional Builder magazine survey that was given to readers on the topic of curb appeal. The survey found that homebuyers are increasingly cognizant of the importance of curb appeal, and builders are responding to consumer demand by offering … Continued
In the final post of our wind load series, we build on what we learned in previous discussions by delving into code bodies and agencies. The number of agencies, public and private, involved in the installation of siding can be complex. The graphic below shows a quick rundown of all the agencies and bureaucracies that … Continued
In our last blog post we discussed how siding is designed to be installed in different structures and the requirements according to geographical and topographical location. We also discussed where on the building the siding is installed. To know how to safely install a siding product on a building, especially those with known high wind … Continued
Pope Elementary School in Cypress, Texas used Nichiha Illumination panels to create a space that was functional and fun for learning. VLK Architects, Inc. infused bright colors into the design using custom color Illumination panels that were installed on both the interior and exterior of the building. As the need for new schools increases, so … Continued