Choosing Commercial Exterior Building Products: Why Manufacturer Support Matters
An exterior amenity space is only as successful as the decisions connecting its components. Decking meets framing. Railing meets waterproofing. A canopy attaches to a building envelope. Solar shades must fit the opening, operating conditions, and intended use. For architects, developers, general contractors, and specifiers, selecting attractive commercial exterior building products is only the beginning. […]
Commercial Outdoor Amenity Spaces: 5 Essential Principles that Drive the Bring America Outside™ Framework
Commercial outdoor amenity spaces succeed when they are designed as coordinated building assemblies, not treated as finishing touches. Craft-Bilt’s Bring America Outside™ Framework gives architects, developers, general contractors, and specifiers a practical lens for creating exterior spaces that are comfortable, durable, safe, and maintainable over time. It centers every major decking, railing, and shade decision […]
36 Spectacular Reasons Framed Glass Railing Enriches Tamarack Lodge
Discover how Craft-Bilt Framed Glass Railing improves Tamarack Lodge in Traverse City, Michigan, with 36 clear-view balconies that complement its Craftsman style and showcase beautiful Lake Michigan views.
All Decked Out – 4 Great Advantages for Ponte Apartments
Discover how Craft-Bilt waterproof aluminum decking supports modern outdoor living at Ponte Apartments, a bold new micro-housing community in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood.
Craft-Bilt Wins MVP “Most Valuable Products” at MLB All-Star Game
#PhillyProud Residential & Commercial Manufacturer of Awnings, Shades, Sunrooms, Decking, & Railing Philadelphia is ready for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, and Craft-Bilt is proud to join the celebration of America’s favorite pastime in the city where history and hometown pride come together. This summer is more than a baseball event; it is a once-in-a-generation […]
3 Award-Winning Wines, Amazing Views, Our Retractable Canopy System
Craft-Bilt’s Retractable Canopy System Adds Comfort, Style, and Flexibility at International Award Winning Evolve Sparkling House Craft-Bilt products work best when Beauty, Design, & Function come together in a memorable setting. That is exactly what happened at Evolve Sparkling House in Penticton, British Columbia, where our Canadian sister-company, Craft-Bilt Materials, supplied multiple retractable pergola canopy […]
3 Powerful Reasons Why One Veteran Chose Aluminum Decking and Railing
A Glasgow, Montana and Afghanistan Veteran choose Craft-Bilt Aluminum Decking and Railing The Doll residence in Glasgow, Montana stands as a testament to enduring quality and shared American values. Civil engineer and retired military veteran, Mr. Levi Doll, selected American-made aluminum decking and railing from Craft-Bilt to create an outdoor oasis that blends rugged functionality […]
4 Ways Aluminum Decking is the Outstanding Answer for Seattle
Seattle builders and developers know that exterior materials have to do more than look good. At The Ballard Independent, a new residential development in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood, the decking solution had to support modern design, low maintenance performance, and year-round weather resistance in a region known for moisture and changing conditions. Craft-Bilt’s aluminum waterproof decking […]
5 Ways Hotel Railings Make You Feel Safe and Great at a Lake Powell Lodge
Hotel balcony railings must deliver beauty, design, and function while meeting strict safety codes. At Defiance House Lodge on Lake Powell, Craft-Bilt’s commercial railings provide the ideal solution. These aluminum hotel railings feature our contemporary architectural picket system, flawlessly designed, expertly manufactured, and professionally installed. Defiance House has a rich history dating back decades as […]
Rooftop Commercial Awnings Win Big in Las Vegas
The Deck Rooftop Bar at Ellis Island Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is a standout example of how a stellar architectural firm and developer can use commercial awnings to transform an outdoor hospitality space into Las Vegas’ premiere rooftop setting. With sweeping views of Koval Lane and the Las Vegas Strip, the venue combines […]