All Things Facades

Adrian Lowenstein, P.E.

I believe that we all have something unique to offer — join me as I dive into the world of architectural innovation, together with our very own industry experts. Each episode unfolds an exclusive fabric of insights and experiences. I hope this journey will excite and keep you on your toes. Would you like to be a part of inspiring others and spreading the knowledge about the industry? I would love to hear from you on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianlowenstein/ or you can reach me via email at alowenstein@allthingsfacadesgroup.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/allthingsfacades

  1. 2D AGO

    Designing Facades Beyond Code Minimums in a Changing Climate featuring Irene Martin and Tali Mejicovsky

    In this new episode of All Things Facades Podcast, industry experts Irene Martin and Tali Mejicovsky discuss how regional conditions, evolving climate patterns, and local codes shape façade design decisions. Drawing on experience from California, New York, and international markets, the conversation highlights how consistent best practices are adapted to different climates, building typologies, and regulatory environments. The discussion explores the increasing use of performance-based design approaches, including energy modeling and selective wind tunnel testing, and why going beyond prescriptive code minimums can improve comfort, reduce overdesign, and support long-term resilience. The episode closes with a candid look at professional responsibility, code enforcement, and what it means to design façades in an era of shifting climate, materials, and expectations; reinforcing why informed decision-making, early collaboration, and thoughtful performance analysis are more critical than ever. #AllThingsFacades #Arup #TurnerConstruction #FacadeEngineering #BuildingEnvelope #ClimateResilience #PerformanceBasedDesign #GlazingSystems #FireSafety #FacadeConsultants #BuildingCodes

    43 min

  2. JAN 30

    Designing With Glass Under Pressure featuring Richard Green & Russell Davies

    In this episode of All Things Facades Podcast, we sat down with Russ and Richard for a practical, experience-driven discussion on the realities of architectural glass design today. Drawing from decades in glass engineering and investigation, they explore emerging glazing technologies, performance targets, and why higher thermal performance often comes with added risk and complexity. The conversation covers critical trade-offs around U-value, solar control, embodied carbon, appearance, durability, and serviceability, along with the growing influence of codes, climate, and impact-resistant glazing. From thermal stress failures and spandrel issues to fabrication consistency and replacement logistics, this episode highlights the importance of early owner engagement, clear communication, and sound engineering judgment when specifying glass façades. #AllThingsFacades #StructuralGlass #ArchitecturalGlass #FacadeEngineering #GlassDesign #HighPerformanceFacades #ThermalStress #ImpactGlazing #HurricaneGlazing #IGUDesign #BuildingEnclosures #FacadeConsulting #GlassEngineering

    45 min

  3. JAN 23

    Driving Change for Up-and-Coming Professionals featuring Matt Verderamo

    In this episode of All Things Facades Podcast, Matt Verderamo joins us for a candid conversation on the evolving role of estimators, sales, and leadership in today’s construction industry. From the impact of “document over create” to negotiating work without racing to the bottom, they challenge traditional thinking around bidding, margins, and value. Using real-world subcontractor and GC examples, the discussion explores how estimators can move beyond number crunching—leveraging discovery meetings, key moments of leverage, and direct questioning to qualify fit, protect pricing, and build ethical working relationships. We’ll also dive into culture, ownership, escalation risk, and executive decision-making, offering practical frameworks for clarity, accountability, and healthier construction businesses. #AllThingsFacades #WellBuiltConsulting #ConstructionEstimating #SalesForEstimators #SubcontractorLife #NegotiatedWork #ConstructionLeadership #EthicalBidding #Preconstruction #ConstructionCulture #MaterialEscalation #BusinessDevelopment #EstimatingExcellence

    45 min

  4. JAN 16

    All Things Facades Podcast - Facades+ Los Angeles Edition

    Recorded live during the Facades+ Conference in Los Angeles, this episode of All Things Facades Podcast brings together a cross-section of industry leaders to explore how façade performance is defined, delivered, and verified in today’s built environment. Featuring insights from Stanley Yee, Michael Steinhuelb, Stephen Selkowitz, David Goldenberg, Drew Forester, Wei Lam, Gijsbert Libourel, Alejandro Ballester, and Alexander Itsekson, the conversation spans material innovation, structural and architectural glass, high-performance window systems, retrofit strategies, quality control, and end-of-life sustainability. From hands-on testing and construction administration to thin-glass technology, bespoke façade engineering, and glass recycling, this episode highlights why early collaboration, field verification, and lifecycle thinking are essential to delivering durable, resilient, and future-ready façades. In partnership with The Architect’s Newspaper #AllThingsFacades #FacadesPlus #TheArchitectsNewspaper #FacadeEngineering #BuildingEnvelopes #HighPerformanceFacades #StructuralGlass #ArchitecturalGlass #Glazing #WindowPerformance #QualityControl #ConstructionAdministration #FacadeTesting #MaterialInnovation #Sustainability #GlassRecycling #LifecycleDesign #BuildingScience

    1h 14m

  5. JAN 9

    The Drive to Decarbonize the Built Environment featuring Andrew Zech

    In this new episode of All Things Facades Podcast, we dive into what it actually takes to decarbonize buildings at scale, starting with the building envelope. Featuring Andrew Zech, CEO of Alpen, the conversation traces his path from financing billions of dollars in commercial energy retrofits to leading a high-performance glazing manufacturer. We unpack why retrofits—not just new construction—are critical to reducing emissions, how secondary glazing and thin-glass IGUs can deliver real payback and comfort gains, and why tenant experience often drives decisions more than regulations alone. We also discuss how manufacturing automation, third-party validation, and a flexible “toolkit” approach are helping bring high-performance glazing into the commercial mainstream. This episode is for anyone focused on envelope performance, retrofit strategy, and making decarbonization work in the real world. #AllThingsFacades #Alpen #BuildingEnvelope #FacadeEngineering #BuildingScience #Decarbonization #EnergyRetrofits #HighPerformanceWindows #SecondaryGlazing #ThinGlass #IGU #CommercialBuildings #EnvelopePerformance #SustainableDesign #Fenestration

    38 min

  6. JAN 3

    Why Facades and Roofs Really Fail featuring Ed Madocks

    In this new episode of All Things Facades Podcast, we sit down with Ed Madocks for a candid, wide-ranging conversation on what really drives building envelope success and failure. Drawing from decades of experience across roofing, facades, and envelope consulting, Ed explains why most leaks and performance issues don’t come from the products themselves, but from human error at interfaces, transitions, and overlooked field conditions. We dig into the gap between idealized details and jobsite reality, the trade-offs between energy upgrades and long-term maintainability, and why QA/QC, access, and experienced oversight matter more than over-specifying systems. This episode is for anyone who wants to design and build envelopes that actually perform in the real world — and last. #AllThingsFacades #MadocksArchitecture #FacadeDesign #FacadeEngineering #BuildingEnvelope #BuildingScience #HighPerformanceBuildings #EnvelopePerformance #ConstructionQuality #Fenestration #CurtainWall #ArchitectureDesign #BuildingPerformance #ConstructionInsights

    44 min

  7. 2025-12-26

    Passive House Without the Myths featuring Enrico Bonilauri

    In this new episode of All Things Facades Podcast, we break down what Passive House actually is — and what it isn’t. Featuring Enrico Bonilauri, co-founder of EmuPassive, the conversation cuts through common myths around cost, materials, and prescriptive checklists, and reframes Passive House as a performance-based approach grounded in building physics. We talk about applying Passive House principles to commercial buildings and retrofits, why whole-window performance and airtightness matter more than individual products, and how phased upgrades can deliver real energy and comfort gains over time. This episode is for architects, engineers, and builders who want to understand Passive House in practical, real-world terms. #AllThingsFacades #EmuPassive #PassiveHouse #BuildingEnvelope #FacadeEngineering #BuildingScience #HighPerformanceBuildings #EnergyEfficiency #Airtightness #WholeBuildingDesign #Fenestration #WindowPerformance #SustainableDesign #EnvelopePerformance

    37 min

  8. 2025-12-19

    Bringing New Technology and Innovation Into the Market featuring Robert Voigt

    In this new episode of All Things Façades Podcast, we explore the real challenges of bringing new technology and innovation into the façade market. Featuring Robert Voigt, a façade industry expert with extensive experience in advanced glazing systems, the conversation uses electrochromic glass and vacuum insulated glass (VIG) as case studies to unpack the gap between innovation and adoption — from perceived risk and lack of standardized specs to integration challenges, cost, and unrealistic performance expectations. We discuss where these technologies truly add value, why whole-assembly thinking matters more than single-product solutions, and what it takes for new glazing technologies to move from niche applications into mainstream façade design. This episode is for anyone navigating emerging technologies in real-world projects, not just on paper.#AllThingsFacades #FacadeDesign #FacadeEngineering #BuildingEnvelope #GlazingIndustry #ElectrochromicGlass #SmartGlass #VacuumInsulatedGlass #VIG #BuildingScience #HighPerformanceBuildings #ConstructionInnovation #EnvelopePerformance #SustainableDesign #Fenestration

    41 min
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I believe that we all have something unique to offer — join me as I dive into the world of architectural innovation, together with our very own industry experts. Each episode unfolds an exclusive fabric of insights and experiences. I hope this journey will excite and keep you on your toes. Would you like to be a part of inspiring others and spreading the knowledge about the industry? I would love to hear from you on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianlowenstein/ or you can reach me via email at alowenstein@allthingsfacadesgroup.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/allthingsfacades

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  • Creator
    Adrian Lowenstein, P.E.
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    77
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Adrian Lowenstein, P.E.
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    All Things Facades