For Architects
For Architects
Design Without Compromise
At Gutmann North America, we help architects turn bold concepts into buildable facades, without sacrificing creativity, constructability, or compliance. Whether you’re designing a landmark tower or a custom civic building, our aluminum facade systems adapt to your vision.
From unitized curtain walls to fully bespoke solutions, we provide the technical depth and creative flexibility needed to support the most demanding designs.
Why Architects choose Gutmann
We Prioritize Your Vision
We’re not just engineers, we’re architects too. With licensed architects integrated into our team, we understand the importance of preserving design intent throughout the process.
Architectural freedom. Engineered precision.
- Real Support. Proven Results.
We specialize in custom curtain walls, high-performance window walls, and engineered facade systems that challenge convention. Whether it’s oversized glazing, passive house criteria, or complex geometries, we provide technical clarity and buildable solutions without trade-offs.
- Your Vision, Engineered to Perform
Avoid compromise due to scale, complexity, or performance. Our aluminum systems are tested and validated for thermal efficiency, air/water resistance, and long-term serviceability.
At Gutmann, we believe that facade systems should be designed with both creativity and constructability in mind. We help bridge the gap between architectural intent and fabrication realities by aligning with your team early, reducing redesigns, delays, and cost overruns.
Let us help you design beyond limits, with fewer trade-offs.
For Architects
AIA Continuing Education
Gutmann North America is an AIA CES Provider, offering a selection of free, AIA-approved continuing education courses designed to support architects, designers, spec writers, and developers. Our technical sessions are delivered by experienced professionals who understand the challenges of modern construction. As we continue to learn, we continue to teach, with our AIA approved CE courses, architects can earn up to 3 Learning Units with our technically relevant courses.
- TESTING TO NAFS
Understanding The North American Fenestration Standards and testing Criteria, looking at the difference between AW and CW rating.
- ALUMINUM FINISHES FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE FACADES
Anodization, PVDF and Powder Coating; the latest and most durable methods of finishing aluminum systems for durability and aesthetics.
- CURTAIN WALLS, WINDOW WALLS & STOREFRONTS – USE CASES & DIFFERENCES
An in-depth examination of glazed wall systems, distinguishing between curtain walls, window walls, and storefront systems. A deep dive into structural considerations, wind load management, water infiltration strategies, and system selection criteria based on project needs.
Whether you’re looking for a virtual presentation or an in-person lunch and learn at your office, our team provides flexible learning opportunities to deepen your understanding of high-performance facades, enhance project outcomes, and stay current with evolving industry standards.