AIA AWARDS ANNOUNCED

In January, the American Institute of Architects announced the recipients of the 2004 AIA Honor Awards, the organization's highest recognition for works that exemplify excellence in architecture, interiors, and urban design. One of the architecture award recipients is John Friedman Alice Kimm Architects, Inc. for their Los Angeles Design Center & Cisco Brothers Showroom. (Photo by Benny Chan/Fotoworks). Next week we'll survey the other selected projects.

SPECIFYING WINDOWS AND GLAZING

Windows and fenestration systems have undergone a technological revolution in recent years. Glazing systems are now available that can dramatically cut energy consumption and the associated pollution sources, reduce peak demand, enhance daylighting performance, and improve occupant comfort. But all these improvements have made windows harder to understand. Next week daylighting expert Gregg D. Ander, FAIA will demystify some of the variables in window specification.