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Nature is within reach, and at the same time, an energy-efficient building that is not only environmentally friendly but also easy on the user's wallet? With windows, doors, and glazed facades in modern systems, it’s possible to build in a way that is contemporary, warm, and eco-friendly all at once.

Buildings that look as if they were made entirely of glass are no longer a surprise to anyone. Panoramic glazing can now be called the most important and visible trend in contemporary architecture. Despite their history dating back almost 150 years, it’s only now that glass buildings can actually reach their heights (both metaphorically and literally). Never before has the creation of glass building structures felt so easy, safe and – with regard to our environment – necessary.

Renovating existing buildings is not only a way to restore their current functionality and visual appeal, but primarily to enhance their energy efficiency. Discover specific examples of renovations that realistically increase a building's energy efficiency and reduce operating costs.

Heating and energy costs concern not only individual consumers. The service and industrial sectors are also increasingly feeling its effects. For industries such as hospitality and gastronomy, rising energy prices are becoming a serious issue as they are starting to be disproportionately high compared to operating costs. The construction industry must respond to the needs of energy-efficient construction. And it needs to be done as quickly as possible.

We know full-height glazing occupying the full wall area mainly from films set in sunny California. However, the frameless windows used to achieve this effect have been in use for years in dozens of buildings all over the world. Has this trend become a symbol of modern architecture?

One of the problems of modern construction is how to manage the waste that is generated in the construction of a building. The other is to obtain a building material that can either be recycled indefinitely (such as aluminium) or that is itself recycled. Is it possible to build from trash?

Ecological certification of a building means not only prestige and a certificate of running a socially and environmentally responsible business, but is also a way to increase the value of the building and make it more attractive in the eyes of potential buyers or tenants. Is it better to choose BREEAM or LEED certification? Which one is more recognisable?

There is probably not a single person who has not heard of sustainability. This trend permeates almost every sphere of our lives and sets the direction for the development of the majority of industries – including the construction industry. What exactly is sustainable design? And is it really the most important trend in contemporary architecture?

Renovating existing buildings helps reduce the harmful environmental impact of construction processes when new buildings are erected. Learn about the key benefits of renovation – one of the most future-oriented trends.

Fire safety is a key consideration during the construction phase of any building, both for legal reasons and for the comfort of the prospective occupants. Why are fire doors and windows important? What should you look out for to choose the right ones?

The main assumptions behind sustainable construction are to protect the environment and to aim for low or even zero energy consumption. To this end, recycling and environmentally friendly building materials are key.

In the context of the current climate and energy crisis, as many companies in the construction sector as possible should know why and how to incorporate environmentally friendly solutions into their services portfolio.

The German DGNB certification system has been designed to assess buildings and even entire city quarters comprehensively. Get to know the essential facts about this certification system.

An architect is one of the first links in the process of creating new developments. For this reason, their work is crucial from the perspective of climate change. Right from the design stage, the architect should plan a building that not only offers full functionality, but also follows environmental standards and trends.

The construction industry is making efforts to respond to the climate crisis in a variety of ways – some more effective, others slightly less so. The scale of change in light of the energy transition needs to be impressive, and green certificates have been helping with this for years. Find out why building certification is an opportunity for a better tomorrow for us and future generations.