The Rise of Industrial-Modern Architecture and the Role of Metal Panels
Architecture, like any form of art, moves in cycles. However, the shift we are seeing in commercial and civic design right now feels less like a trend and more like a permanent evolution. What we are witnessing seems to be the solidification of "industrial-modern" architecture. Rather than hiding a building’s “bones,” this design language celebrates them. It is an aesthetic defined by exposed structure, raw materials, and rich texture. For architects, developers, and general contractors, this movement offers a unique opportunity to marry high-concept design with high-performance function. At the center of this movement is a material that has transcended its functional roots: the metal panel. No longer used exclusively for warehouses or agricultural sheds, architectural [...]