YKK AP Inc., a privately-held corporation headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, acquired Seufert-Niklaus GmbH, a German manufacturer of architectural products. “The acquisition of Seufert-Niklaus is a significant step in YKK AP’s global strategy, reinforcing our organization’s official entrance into the European market and expanding the company’s offerings to include timber facades, windows, and doors,” said Oliver […]
Novelis signed a long-term commercial agreement with Velux Group, a global leader in roof windows and skylights, to accelerate decarbonization in the building industry. This strategic partnership will enable Velux roof windows and accessories to be manufactured using flat-rolled aluminum made from over 70% recycled content. “This agreement with Velux is a catalyst for transformation and […]
In the heart of London’s Covent Garden, a 19th-century Grade II-listed townhouse has undergone a remarkable transformation. Designed by local architecture studio, Carmody Groarke, the Covent Garden Apartment seamlessly blends historic preservation with modern ingenuity, culminating in a striking new rooftop aluminum pavilion. The success of the pavilion as a piece of architectural engineering was […]
YKK AP America Inc., headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, announced that 80% of its aluminum is now being supplied from low-carbon North American producers. The company noted that this is an important milestone in its Evolution 2030 initiative, established in 2023 with the aim of contributing to the global environment, creating new value for customers, and […]
The Aluminum Association released a new report conducted by Ducker Carlisle called “Building the Future: Trend of Aluminum Use in the U.S. Construction Market.” The report concludes that aluminum use in the building and construction market will likely increase around 9% by 2027 over 2022 volumes. This coming growth will be driven by the increased […]
The Aluminum Grotto and Public Ground is a meticulously designed architectural work installed in Bangkok, Thailand. The structure integrates a three-dimensional interior and a beautifully crafted façade. Created on the 90th anniversary of the Association of Siamese Architects under Royal Patronage (ASA), the grotto project was initiated by S-ONE Group and KIN Thailand, two suppliers of […]
Bonfiglioli completed the construction of its new headquarters in Calderara di Reno, Bologna, Italy. Utilizing sustainable design concepts developed by Peter Pichler Architecture — including an aluminum mesh facade — the 6,200 sq m (20,341 sq ft) headquarters aims to be more than just a place of work. In addition to providing a comfortable, efficient, and functional […]
Shanghai Book City, a seven-story bookstore in China, has recently undergone a major renovation that transformed it from a traditional bookstore into a show-stopping landmark. Local architecture firm, Wutopia Lab completed the overhaul, which was meant to encourage visitors to spend more time reading and less time on electronic devices. Perforated aluminum panels positioned in […]
