Lisa May

Lisa May, LEED Green Associate, serves as the director of preconstruction and architectural services for EFCO, Tubelite and Alumicor. She can be reached at lmay@apog.com or 877-678-2983. Opinions expressed are the author's own and do not necessarily reflect the position of the National Glass Association or Glass Magazine.

State of the Industry for Commercial Windows and Curtain Wall

In this time of uncertainty, the construction industry closely monitors the monthly economic indicators to gauge the future of nonresidential construction. Conditions remain somewhat mixed as elevated interest rates cause developers and owners to proceed cautiously. As we navigate through this year…

Balancing daylight and safety for patients in specialty health care facilities

The ASHE and Health Facilities Management 2024 Hospital Construction Survey reveals that nearly half of upcoming specialty hospital projects will focus on behavioral health centers or psychiatric hospitals. These facilities prioritize safety and healing, utilizing natural light and outdoor access…

Common Architect FAQs for Manufacturers and Suppliers

As an aluminum window and curtain wall manufacturer, we assist the design team with technical product information and guidance on products’ proper application in their buildings. Our industry has the knowledge to answer architects’ questions and product solutions to address their needs.

Staying current with energy codes?

Increasingly stringent energy codes are pushing innovation in the fenestration industry. It benefits industry members to know about the codes governing the areas they work in so they can provide specification support to design teams.

3 key considerations for capitalizing on EC glass tax credits

Glass industry companies have the opportunity to capitalize on the Inflation Reduction Act's incentives for electrochromic glass. Before entering this market, manufacturers should be aware of what EC is, how U.S. products compare, and what to know about installation.

Supporting school security requires education and available, tested products

School shooter attacks are on everyone’s mind, and glazing and fenestration can be part of the security solution in schools. Because guidelines for selecting security building solutions are sometimes ambiguous, our industry has a critical role to play in advising and implementing the right glazing…