The best roof insulation choice meets thermal needs, energy codes, and performance requirements, resulting in a roof system that performs well over the long term

If you take a close-up look at your facilities, you'll discover that energy is being wasted in ways you didn't realize

Performance, innovation, aesthetics, and even green reflect this year's top products, as selected by the Buildings editorial staff

Understanding the basics of fluorescent lamps guarantees that you'll select the most appropriate fluorescent lighting, maximize lamp life, and dispose of spent lamps properly

Eliminate inefficiencies in current construction practices by using BIM, which has the potential to benefit all stakeholders in the design, construction, ownership, and operation of buildings

Integrated building systems streamline operations, add long-term value to property, and enable better service delivery to end-users

With basic knowledge about risky work behaviors and ergonomic workstation design, facilities professionals can help both computer-bound tenants/occupants and their on-the-job employees avoid work-related injuries

Don't let these common obstacles slow you down when it comes to tracking energy use - learn how to benchmark efficiently and effectively

Different HVAC systems have different effects on the environment and your bottom line - see what benefits a water-cooled system might bring

When mounting essential rooftop equipment and mechanicals on a metal rooftop, follow these guidelines to ensure system integrity

Facilities professionals who dealt with the Flood of 2008 share their experiences and advice on disaster planning and recovery

Learn what measures to take - and when - to protect pavement and increase its life

A new certification system helps specifiers determine the sustainability attributes of carpet products

A solid understanding of mass-notification systems can help you evaluate which system will best meet your organization's needs

Facilities professionals at the University of Iowa share their experiences and advice on disaster planning and recovery

A facilities professional at Mercy Medical Center shares his experiences and advice on disaster planning and recovery

A facilities professional at City of Cedar Rapids shares his experiences and advice on disaster planning and recovery

If you take a close-up look at your facilities, you'll discover that energy is being wasted in ways you didn't realize

Performance, innovation, aesthetics, and even green reflect this year's top products, as selected by the Buildings editorial staff

Integrated building systems streamline operations, add long-term value to property, and enable better service delivery to end-users

Don't let these common obstacles slow you down when it comes to tracking energy use - learn how to benchmark efficiently and effectively

The editors of Buildings hand-picked 44 FM organizations and departments that are getting things done in truly remarkable ways

If you think LEED-EB O&M certification isn't a reachable goal for your facility, let this unique building change your mind

Facilities professionals who dealt with the Flood of 2008 share their experiences and advice on disaster planning and recovery

You came to Buildings with questions about your facility's interior spaces—from carpet to ceilings, and everything in between—and here are the answers you've been looking for

A voluntary rating program helps facilities professionals measure and rate their security risks

Modernization Grand Prize: Liberty Hotel, Boston, MA

The best roof insulation choice meets thermal needs, energy codes, and performance requirements, resulting in a roof system that performs well over the long term

Understanding the basics of fluorescent lamps guarantees that you'll select the most appropriate fluorescent lighting, maximize lamp life, and dispose of spent lamps properly

Eliminate inefficiencies in current construction practices by using BIM, which has the potential to benefit all stakeholders in the design, construction, ownership, and operation of buildings

With basic knowledge about risky work behaviors and ergonomic workstation design, facilities professionals can help both computer-bound tenants/occupants and their on-the-job employees avoid work-related injuries

Different HVAC systems have different effects on the environment and your bottom line - see what benefits a water-cooled system might bring

A fire in your building could mean total devastation - get the facts on passive fire protection to minimize the spread of fire in your facilities

Learn the lingo (and what questions to ask) in order to make informed green-product purchases

You may have a disaster plan in place, but you won't know how effective it is - or if it works at all - until you put it into practice

Given the current construction environment, there are new and magnified risks that you should know how to alleviate

Rolling out a green program in your hospitality facilities requires research, creativity, and everyone's involvement

When mounting essential rooftop equipment and mechanicals on a metal rooftop, follow these guidelines to ensure system integrity

Wireless lighting control systems are designed to make battery-free lighting easy and inexpensive

Learn why many building owners are turning to wireless technologies

LED-based outdoor lighting applications are emerging, but they're merely scratching the surface of the potential market

Two alternatives to generic low-E insulating glass can help meet new ENERGY STAR glass performance standards

Learn how these standardized rating systems ensure consistency in energy performance

Did you know that the inspection of fire and smoke dampers is required by the National Fire Protection Association's Life Safety Code?

For those with chillers utilizing older HCFCs, it's time to make plans to meet new guidelines

Most elevator service companies provide plans to fit nearly all budgets - find the one that works best for your buildings

With a goal of running your buildings at peak operating efficiency, one of the most effective way to do this is by controlling boiler runtime