Materiality/Specification

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New Self-healing Composite Material Boosts the Circular Economy

New Self-healing Composite Material Boosts the Circular Economy

In this video, the Biomimicry Institute introduces a new self-repairing resin triggered by heat and winner of the Ray of Hope Accelerator prize.
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The Durable Coated Fabrics Task Group’s Guide to Specifying Healthcare Materials

Here are the best questions to ask and what to prioritize in today’s post-pandemic world.
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ASID Predicts the Year's Top 5 Sustainability Trends

As eco-consciousness becomes an ingrained lifestyle choice in more neighborhoods and communities, we examine what commercial designers should take away from these consumers.
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The Mohawk Group Lichen Collection, designed in collaboration with Jason F. McLennan, is the first floorcovering to achieve Living Product Challenge Petal Certification.

Tackle Carbon Neutrality with Product Specification

Specifying products with low embodied carbon can help your organization meet its carbon reduction goals. Learn more.
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Kitchen and living room area at American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge in Dallas.

Perkins&Will's Tori Wickard Talks Total Transparency

Their senior project architect gets personal about she and the firm’s journey toward a healthier understanding of material composition.
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Hacin Injects Warmth and Highlights Views with BioMed Realty’s East Coast Headquarters

The LEED Gold offices feature oak, modern lighting and fixtures with a design that takes advantage of the 14th floor open plan.
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Infinity Drain's Pro Series, center drains.

Infinity Drain Announces New Online Specification Tool

Product Selector guides users through the drain spec’ing process.
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Undulated Trend: Clara on Tierra Madre from Arto Brick & CA Pavers

Top 10 Tile Trends to Look for at Coverings 2023

Commemorate National Tile Day on Feb. 23 with this annual sneak peek.