{"id":117127,"date":"2025-08-11T11:10:50","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T15:10:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/?page_id=117127"},"modified":"2025-08-11T11:10:51","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T15:10:51","slug":"5-smart-building-solutions-for-energy-efficiency","status":"publish","type":"metro_product","link":"https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/products\/5-smart-building-solutions-for-energy-efficiency\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Solutions for Smarter Building"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-sandow-article-header article-header\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-header\" style=\"object-fit:cover;object-position:50% 50%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1250\" src=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////metropolismag.com//wp-content//uploads//2025//06//OHare-T5_Ensemble_HOK_Muller2_Fungi-Media_0084.jpg/" alt=\"A airport with circular openings in the ceiling for skylight enhancing and making the space light. \" class=\"wp-image-117170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OHare-T5_Ensemble_HOK_Muller2_Fungi-Media_0084.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OHare-T5_Ensemble_HOK_Muller2_Fungi-Media_0084-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OHare-T5_Ensemble_HOK_Muller2_Fungi-Media_0084-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OHare-T5_Ensemble_HOK_Muller2_Fungi-Media_0084-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OHare-T5_Ensemble_HOK_Muller2_Fungi-Media_0084-1536x960.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Courtesy USG | Ensemble RAP Acoustical Drywall System<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group article-header_intro none\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"article-date\" aria-label=\"Post Date\">August 11, 2025<\/p>\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-post-title\">5 Solutions for Smarter Building<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column article-header_meta is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"summary size-regular\">Explore products that improve durability, energy efficiency, and design for today\u2019s architecture projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-sandow-byline byline size-regular\"><span>By: <\/span><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"//tag//nigel-f-maynard/">Nigel F. Maynard<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"social-share\"><li><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////www.facebook.com//sharer//sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fmetropolismag.com%2Fproducts%2F5-smart-building-solutions-for-energy-efficiency%2F\%22 target=\"_blank\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M9 8h-3v4h3v12h5v-12h3.642l.358-4h-4v-1.667c0-.955.192-1.333 1.115-1.333h2.885v-5h-3.808c-3.596 0-5.192 1.583-5.192 4.615v3.385z\" \/><\/svg><\/a><\/li><li><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////www.linkedin.com//sharing//share-offsite//?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmetropolismag.com%2Fproducts%2F5-smart-building-solutions-for-energy-efficiency%2F\%22 target=\"_blank\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M4.98 3.5c0 1.381-1.11 2.5-2.48 2.5s-2.48-1.119-2.48-2.5c0-1.38 1.11-2.5 2.48-2.5s2.48 1.12 2.48 2.5zm.02 4.5h-5v16h5v-16zm7.982 0h-4.968v16h4.969v-8.399c0-4.67 6.029-5.052 6.029 0v8.399h4.988v-10.131c0-7.88-8.922-7.593-11.018-3.714v-2.155z\" \/><\/svg><\/a><\/li><li><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"http:////pinterest.com//pin//create//button//?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmetropolismag.com%2Fproducts%2F5-smart-building-solutions-for-energy-efficiency%2F&amp;description=5+Solutions+for+Smarter+Building\%22 target=\"_blank\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"> <path d=\"M12 0c-6.627 0-12 5.372-12 12 0 5.084 3.163 9.426 7.627 11.174-.105-.949-.2-2.405.042-3.441.218-.937 1.407-5.965 1.407-5.965s-.359-.719-.359-1.782c0-1.668.967-2.914 2.171-2.914 1.023 0 1.518.769 1.518 1.69 0 1.029-.655 2.568-.994 3.995-.283 1.194.599 2.169 1.777 2.169 2.133 0 3.772-2.249 3.772-5.495 0-2.873-2.064-4.882-5.012-4.882-3.414 0-5.418 2.561-5.418 5.207 0 1.031.397 2.138.893 2.738.098.119.112.224.083.345l-.333 1.36c-.053.22-.174.267-.402.161-1.499-.698-2.436-2.889-2.436-4.649 0-3.785 2.75-7.262 7.929-7.262 4.163 0 7.398 2.967 7.398 6.931 0 4.136-2.607 7.464-6.227 7.464-1.216 0-2.359-.631-2.75-1.378l-.748 2.853c-.271 1.043-1.002 2.35-1.492 3.146 1.124.347 2.317.535 3.554.535 6.627 0 12-5.373 12-12 0-6.628-5.373-12-12-12z\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" \/><\/svg><\/a><\/li><li><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"mailto:?body=https%3A%2F%2Fmetropolismag.com%2Fproducts%2F5-smart-building-solutions-for-energy-efficiency%2F&amp;subject=5+Solutions+for+Smarter+Building\%22 target=\"_blank\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M12 12.713l-11.985-9.713h23.97l-11.985 9.713zm0 2.574l-12-9.725v15.438h24v-15.438l-12 9.725z\"\/><\/svg><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column empty-header-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group none\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"size-regular\"><strong>When most people hear \u201cbuilding products,\u201d they likely think of materials like <a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////metropolismag.com//viewpoints//construction-materials-and-technologies-evolving///">concrete blocks, roofing, and lumber<\/a>. <\/strong>But many building products also enhance interior spaces, introduce natural light, and fulfill essential functional roles within a building. This category of smart building solutions is continually evolving, with the latest product introductions offering increased durability, reduced maintenance needs, and greater energy efficiency than ever before.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" style=\"object-fit:cover;object-position:50% 50%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1498\" src=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////metropolismag.com//wp-content//uploads//2025//06//C_RS_MwLnSeq_Lobby_REND_A.jpg/" alt=\"An opening inside an office space with wooden curved ceilings and a large planter centre piece along with lounge sofa furniture. \" class=\"wp-image-117163\" srcset=\"https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/C_RS_MwLnSeq_Lobby_REND_A.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/C_RS_MwLnSeq_Lobby_REND_A-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/C_RS_MwLnSeq_Lobby_REND_A-1024x767.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/C_RS_MwLnSeq_Lobby_REND_A-768x575.jpg 768w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/C_RS_MwLnSeq_Lobby_REND_A-1536x1150.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sequels Wood-Look Finish<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Armstrong World Industries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-regular\">For those times when a project calls for warmth as well as durability, Armstrong World Industries has added four new wood-look finishes to its MetalWorks ceiling and wall panels. Available in La Jolla Oak, New Haven Walnut, Cape May Cherry, and Montauk Driftwood, the panels feature FASTPeel protective film that is easy to remove for increased productivity on-site. Bonus: The collection is available to ship in four weeks or less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-regular\"><em><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////www.armstrongceilings.com///" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">armstrongceilings.com&nbsp;<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" style=\"object-fit:cover;object-position:50% 50%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1498\" src=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////metropolismag.com//wp-content//uploads//2025//06//ES_Profile_Nordic-Peak_Cliffstone.jpg/" alt=\"Stone cladding in white featured as building products.\" class=\"wp-image-117165\" srcset=\"https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ES_Profile_Nordic-Peak_Cliffstone.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ES_Profile_Nordic-Peak_Cliffstone-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ES_Profile_Nordic-Peak_Cliffstone-1024x767.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ES_Profile_Nordic-Peak_Cliffstone-768x575.jpg 768w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ES_Profile_Nordic-Peak_Cliffstone-1536x1150.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eldorado Stone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Westlake Royal Building Products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-regular\">Westlake Royal Building Products has added two new colorways, Ranchers Ridge and Nordic Peak, to the Eldorado Stone manufactured veneer collection. Designed to capture the spirit of the American West, Ranchers Ridge is a blend of cream, sand, rust, and gray, while the chalky whites and subtle light grays of Nordic Peak draw inspiration from Scandinavia. Ranchers Ridge is available in two profiles, and Nordic is an option for the Cliffstone profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-regular\"><em><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////www.eldoradostone.com///" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eldoradostone.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" style=\"object-fit:cover;object-position:50% 50%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"1498\" src=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////metropolismag.com//wp-content//uploads//2025//06//OHare-T5_Ensemble_HOK_Muller2_Fungi-Media_0315.jpg/" alt=\"Smart building drywall solution system installed at an airport lobby in white with blue seats making the space look large and light up. \" class=\"wp-image-117166\" srcset=\"https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OHare-T5_Ensemble_HOK_Muller2_Fungi-Media_0315.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OHare-T5_Ensemble_HOK_Muller2_Fungi-Media_0315-250x300.jpg 250w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OHare-T5_Ensemble_HOK_Muller2_Fungi-Media_0315-854x1024.jpg 854w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OHare-T5_Ensemble_HOK_Muller2_Fungi-Media_0315-768x920.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1250px) 100vw, 1250px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ensemble RAP Acoustical Drywall System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">USG<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-regular\">USG says the Ensemble drywall system delivers design as well as functional performance. Engineered to install like drywall panels with the performance of an acoustical ceiling, the system produces a smooth, monolithic appearance but offers reduced reverberation while maintaining speech privacy. A new Return Air Plenum resists the passage of air, eliminates soiling, and restricts airflow to intended openings. It\u2019s ideal for airports, educational facilities, and health-care environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-regular\"><em><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////usg.com///" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">usg.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" style=\"object-fit:cover;object-position:50% 50%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"1498\" src=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////metropolismag.com//wp-content//uploads//2025//06//24102-RoperMtn-ScienceCtr-MFSky-0323-2full.jpg/" alt=\"A corporate office space with smart building solution added in the form of metal framed clear glass skylight filling the space with natural lights. \" class=\"wp-image-117167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/24102-RoperMtn-ScienceCtr-MFSky-0323-2full.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/24102-RoperMtn-ScienceCtr-MFSky-0323-2full-250x300.jpg 250w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/24102-RoperMtn-ScienceCtr-MFSky-0323-2full-854x1024.jpg 854w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/24102-RoperMtn-ScienceCtr-MFSky-0323-2full-768x920.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1250px) 100vw, 1250px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">KlearSky Skylights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kingspan Light + Air<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-regular\">KlearSky is a metal-framed skylight that is available in standard configurations like pyramids, polygons, segmented barrel vaults, single slopes (spanning up to 22 feet), and ridges (spanning up to 40 feet). It also comes in fully customizable shapes. Architects may also choose UV-stable glazing, high-performance insulating glass, or laminated glass. Available in standard and custom colors, the frames may be powder-coated, anodized, or finished in fluoropolymer paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-regular\"><em><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////www.kingspan.com///" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">kingspan.com&nbsp;<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" style=\"object-fit:cover;object-position:50% 50%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1092\" src=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////metropolismag.com//wp-content//uploads//2025//06//ASI-Maximum-Privacy.jpg/" alt=\"A bathroom corridor with multiple cubicle partitions made in grey. \" class=\"wp-image-117168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ASI-Maximum-Privacy.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ASI-Maximum-Privacy-300x164.jpg 300w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ASI-Maximum-Privacy-1024x559.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ASI-Maximum-Privacy-768x419.jpg 768w, https:\/\/metropolismag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/ASI-Maximum-Privacy-1536x839.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Phenolic Maximum Privacy Partitions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ASI Group<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-regular\">Commercial toilet partitions and washroom accessories manufacturer ASI Group has introduced Phenolic Partitions in two sizes. Available in 20 colors, the 120-inch-tall, floor-to-ceiling mounted partitions feature a 36-inch valance, while the 96-inch-tall, floor-mounted, overhead-braced partitions feature a 12-inch valance. Black anodized hardware and self-closing silent doors come standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"size-regular\"><em><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////asi-accuratepartitions.com///" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">asi-accuratepartitions.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group none\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"comment size-regular\">Would you like to comment on this article? Send your thoughts to: <a href=https://metropolismag.com/wp-json/wp/v2/metro_product/\"mailto:comments@metropolismag.com/">comments@metropolismag.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"tag-cloud\"><li><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////metropolismag.com//domains//manufacturing///" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer\">Manufacturing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////metropolismag.com//domains//technology///" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer\">Technology<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n<ul class=\"tag-cloud\"><li><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////metropolismag.com//tag//construction-materials///" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer\">Construction Materials<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////metropolismag.com//tag//energy-efficiency///" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer\">Energy efficiency<\/a><\/li><li><a href=https://metropolismag.com/"https:////metropolismag.com//tag//nigel-f-maynard///" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer\">Nigel F. 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