Why it matters: Building Performance Standards (BPS) are exposing real estate owners and operators to real financial risk due to the penalties involved with not meeting target performance levels.

Perception matters: The way people think about your building plays a key role in business outcomes. This episode of the Buildings Podcast explains why—and how facility managers boost occupant satisfaction.

Occupant experience: The diffusers you select for commercial spaces directly impact human comfort, so it’s important to specify them early instead of just picking the cheapest option late in the specification process.

Top honors: This multifamily complex has been recognized as a winner of the Urban Land Institute’s 2026 Awards for Excellence. See inside its redevelopment.

Why it’s important: An infrastructure design assessment gives all stakeholders in healthcare improvements a clear picture of risks, pricing, and more. Here’s what you need to know.

Swing-down access: These grid-concealing panels can be removed from below for maintenance by facilities staffs. Choose from unperforated or perforated options in several sizes.

Vandal-resistant faucets: These manual, single-handle lavatory faucets are available with or without built-in scald protection. The durable models range from 0.5 to 1.5 gallons per minute of water flow.

Acoustic wall panels: Part of Kirei’s 3D Formed range, Column and Curtain are both 9 feet tall and feature sculpted surfaces with embedded air gaps for enhanced acoustic absorption.

Prioritize high-value improvements: This service connects to a building’s existing BMS and estimates the energy and financial impact of operational issues, enabling stakeholders to focus on fixes that deliver the greatest return.