When plans were being developed for the new Hotel Interurban in the close-in Seattle suburb of Tukwila, Washington, the adjectives ‘modern’ and ‘contemporary’ were high on the list, given the region’s tech-focused economy. Asian and Native American references were also important, to reflect the region’s cultural heritage.
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Fiber cement can increase the resilience of homes and other structures in the face of environmental threats posed by the sun, precipitation, wind, and fire. In order to maximize the performance of fiber cement against the elements and to successfully install them, owners and builders must be aware of clearances, flashing, placement of joints, proper installation tools, and other requirements provided by manufacturers.
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Fiber cement siding sales are forecast to outperform those of other siding products, says a new study by Freedonia Group.
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Architects specifying materials for building or remodeling projects consider the performance and aesthetics of construction products, along with material, labor, and installation costs.
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The Freedonia Group released its fiber cement research paper, which predicts the demand for such products in the United States will grow 5.8 percent annually through 2019 to 269.4 million m² (2.9 billion sf), valued at $2.2 billion.
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