Residential Architect Magazine: architects' choice: exteriors

Architects' Choice: The Clear Choice

Tue, 9 Apr 2013 09:51:52 EST

To connect indoor and outdoor social gathering spaces, Sebastian Mariscal turned to NanaWall.

Architects' Choice: Christopher Rose Architects

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 11:32:34 EST

Christopher Rose picks a faux finish that can look and perform better than the real thing.

Architects' Choice: Max Strang Architecture

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 04:53:22 EST

Max Strang shares his favorite product substitute for wood.

good cover

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 10:44:36 EST

Banducci Associates Architects: Western red cedar siding is stable, resists decay and offers clean lines.

seam heat

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:30:53 EST

Kuklinski and Rappe Architects: Petersen Aluminum produces a variety of roofing products out of 24-gauge hot-dipped galvanized steel or aluminum.

dark victory

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 02:51:56 EST

Taylor Smyth Architects: Titanium/zinc alloy cladding from VM ZINC.

tri this

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 04:09:17 EST

Plusone Design + Construction: Aluminum store-front framing from Kawneer North America.

a lovely mesh

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 03:44:49 EST

Plusone Design + Donstruction: Metal mesh from W.S. Tyler.

round the bend

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 12:15:30 EST

In lieu of drywall, PLUSone turns to flexible architectural panels from Interior Products of Brunswick, Ga., for architectural detailing. “In a ceiling, you can use it as the finish without any other treatment,” Baird explains.

hardie appetite

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 12:47:46 EST

studio modera: James Hardie Building Products. Supplee tends to favor siding products from James Hardie because “Montana's harsh winters can [wreak] havoc” on home exteriors.

Fixed Slate

Wed, 6 Jun 2012 02:52:49 EST

Moskow Architects: Camara Slate Products' unfading green slate tiles are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use and are available in six natural colors.

Real Appeal

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 12:10:12 EST

Donald Powers Architects: No. 1 Grade Blue Label shingles are a premium-grade product for roofs and sidewalls and can be steamed for curved applications. The shingles are comprised of 100 percent defect-free heartwood with a 100 percent edge grain.

Hardi Boy

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:59:37 EST

Donald Powers Architects: James Hardie's Hardiplank fiber-cement siding is a durable exterior that resembles wood and resists rotting, cracking and moisture.

High and Dry

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:59:08 EST

COOP 15: Cembonit cement-based cladding sheets are crafted from cement, cellulose fibers, and fillers. Sheets come in thicknesses of ¼ inch and 5/16 inch and measure up to 4 feet by 10 feet.

Wood Times

Tue, 2 Mar 2010 12:13:03 EST

Gracia Studio: The California Redwod Association's natural redwood siding accepts finishes well and is resistant to decay and insects.

Metal Medley

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 01:39:17 EST

Semple Brown Design: Metecno-Morin's metal products

Neat Sheet

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 03:53:39 EST

Johnsen Schmaling Architects: CYRO Industries' Acrylite sheets.

Clear Value

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 03:53:21 EST

Johnsen Schmaling Architects: PPG Industries' Starphire ultra clear glass

Slight Light

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 03:53:45 EST

Johnsen Schmaling Architects: Lumière's Westwood 913 light

chia roofs

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 06:14:12 EST

kieran timberlake associates: Green Roof Blocks are modular metal blocks that measure 2 feet square and reduce stormwater runoff.