(BUILDINGS) -- Net-zero, climate-friendly, carbon neutral—these terms echo a shared imperative: the building sector is evolving to meet increasingly stringent industry standards and performance benchmarks. As sustainable and efficient building practices shift from aspiration to expectation, emerging trends in building design and technology are reshaping the architectural landscape.

According to a recent JLL report, at least 40 U.S. cities will have building performance standards in place by 2026, up from 13 today. These standards already cover roughly 25% of buildings nationwide. Combined with other evolving certifications and aggressive targets from building owners, these new regulations and frameworks are driving a wave of innovation. The industry now recognizes that technology isn’t just a convenient tool—it’s critical to success.

Architects and designers need solutions that provide valuable, actionable insights to meet exacting requirements for energy efficiency, resource optimization, and overall performance. Access to robust data via advanced technologies streamlines decision-making, enabling projects to meet new standards while adhering to timelines and budgets.

Growing Interest in High-Performance Design

Architects have always balanced multiple objectives, from delivering cutting-edge aesthetics to meeting client demands. Today, building performance standards—including those related to efficiency, resiliency, and indoor environmental quality—represent another essential dimension of the design brief.

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