by Terry Coffey | Jun 26, 2018 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper Updates, Solar Control & Window Shades
Window shades reduce glare, solar heat gain, even light pollution. But shades are much more flexible than you might realize. Here are some alternative uses of shades that have nothing to do with solar control. Cover service windows Museums, sports facilities, and...
by Terry Coffey | Jun 8, 2018 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper Updates
There are several great online architectural communities where you can get design ideas, building and product news, and solutions. Draper can be found on many such sites, and since we’ve just joined probably the biggest such community in the world, here’s a reminder...
by Terry Coffey | May 25, 2018 | Architecture/Green Building, Audiovisual Mounts & Structures, Solar Control & Window Shades
The construction industry continually evolves as improved technologies develop and new ways of thinking emerge. Draper has embraced that evolution with innovative window coverings and new custom solar control solutions. As we increase our range of architectural...
by Terry Coffey | May 22, 2018 | Architecture/Green Building, International Update, Solar Control & Window Shades
Skylights are a great way to allow natural daylight into buildings. As anyone who has spent any time beneath an unshaded skylight can attest, however, the amount of solar radiation that comes through horizontal and inclined glazing is much greater than from vertical...
by Terry Coffey | May 15, 2018 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper Updates, Gym Equipment, Screen Technology, Solar Control & Window Shades
May is Asthma Awareness Month, also known as “breathe easy month.” Keeping dangerous volatile organic compounds (VOC) out of the air is an important part of ensuring air quality. Here are four ways Draper makes that happen: Greenguard Gold products GREENGUARD...
by Terry Coffey | May 1, 2018 | Architecture/Green Building, Draper Updates, Gym Equipment
Using your gym for non-athletic events makes good financial sense. It can be an important source of additional revenue for cash-strapped schools. But it can also cost money through damage and extra cleaning or waxing of the gym floor. Draper can help you make better...