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Exterior Insulation and Finishing Systems (EIFS): An Essential Solution for Sustainable Construction

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Exterior Insulation and Finishing Systems (EIFS) are versatile, high-performance solutions that meet these requirements for both new builds and renovations. These multi-layered exterior insulation systems significantly enhance thermal performance and offer energy savings of up to 50% while providing flexibility in design.

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Robert A.M. Stern Architects to author renovation of Austin’s historic UT Tower

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The project to renovate the historic UT Tower (aka the 'Main Building') back to its original 1937 appearance will be completed by the end of summer 2027. Restoration of its exterior will begin next month. Stern Architects (RAMSA) has signed on to a new higher education project for the University of Texas at Austin.

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Chicago O’Hare $300 million airport terminal renovation breaks ground

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Construction has begun on a $300 million renovation of Chicago O’Hare International Airport’s Terminal 3. The terminal’s interior and exterior are also to be renovated to improve overall energy efficiency. Previously on Archinect: FAA gives the final go-ahead to multibillion-dollar Chicago O'Hare expansion.

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Fairhaven Bay Renovation by Murdough Design

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"Fairhaven Bay" is a renovation and addition to a 1950s mid-century residence located in Lincoln, MA. The design challenge involved editing and synthesizing numerous additions to the original house, which had become increasingly incoherent. The project was a collaborative effort with Richardson Associates, Landscape Architects.

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Mexico City renovation by Taller Héctor Barroso includes dark exterior

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Taller Héctor Barroso completed the renovation of a decades-old house in Mexico City. For the exterior walls, the team used concrete blocks, which were then covered with dark brown stucco that, when dry, appears black. Spaces gradually open up to the exterior landscape, notably a rear garden with a sculpture by Tezontle Studio. "As

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Dirk Lohan proposes domed Soldier Field renovation as Bears new stadium talks take off

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Lohan is the architect of its modern 2003 renovation (in association with Wood & Zapata), a project that ultimately cost Soldier Field its landmark status. billion design for its new lakefront home.

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Eleven US houses with bold black exteriors

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Opting for black on a facade can increase heat absorption and certain types of materials, such as charred wood as opposed to painted, can reduce maintenance and the need to refinish exteriors. The material covers both the exterior walls and roof, with warm-toned Brazilian Cumaru wood interwoven in select areas, such as entryways.

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