First Hoffmann JOURNAL of 2026 Explores Facade Thermal Upgrades

Hoffmann Architects + Engineers is pleased to announce the publication of the latest issue of the firm’s technical newsletter, the JOURNAL.

Now in a redesigned digital edition, as well as our classic print layout, JOURNAL keeps building owners, managers, and AEC professionals informed about the design and rehabilitation topics that matter most.

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Daniel L. Bishop, AIA Thermal Performance Upgrades for Facade Assemblies

Buildings consume a huge amount of energy: they use 40% of total energy and 75% of electricity in the U.S. alone. Energy efficiency in new construction is important. But with three-quarters of buildings constructed before 2000, we also must address the performance of buildings that already exist. Here’s how.

Spotlight Hygrothermic Modeling

How do design professionals anticipate the ways heat and moisture will affect a building over time? Software models let designers spot heat loss or condensation before the assembly is even constructed.

Earn AIA Continuing Education Credit

With the JOURNAL, it’s easy to earn American Institute of Architects (AIA) Continuing Education Learning Units. Recent issues offer AIA Health, Safety, Welfare (HSW) Learning Units after completing a quick multiple-choice quiz.

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