Nichiha’s innovative Miraia architectural wall panels received major recognition at BIMsmith Best Awards, spotlighting the product as a standout advancement in façade design. The award celebrates building products that push innovation forward.

The recognition came during the International Builders’ Show(IBS) 2026, one of the construction industry’s most influential global events. At the show, Nichiha highlighted Miraia as part of its broader Architectural Wall Panels portfolio—demonstrating how the product delivers a striking aesthetic while maintaining the durability and performance that fiber cement cladding is known for.

Visitors to the Nichiha booth experienced a dramatic display centered around a 16-foot architectural tower clad in Miraia panels. The installation showcased the material’s distinctive reflective finish, giving architects and designers a close look at how the panel system can create bold visual statements on modern building façades.

See Miraia panels in a real-world installation: While Miraia drew significant attention at IBS 2026, the product’s reflective fiber cement design is already being used in modern architectural projects. The video below highlights a residential garage installation using Miraia panels, demonstrating how the material’s sleek reflective finish can transform everyday structures into bold architectural features.

See Miraia panels in a real-world installation:
While Miraia attracted significant attention at IBS 2026, the panels were also featured in The New American Home (TNAH) 2026, the official show home of the International Builders’ Show. Each year, TNAH showcases cutting-edge architecture, materials, and building techniques, attracting thousands of builders, designers, and industry professionals who tour the home during the event. In this year’s project, Miraia panels were installed in the garage, demonstrating how the reflective fiber cement panels can elevate even functional spaces with a sleek, contemporary façade. The video below highlights the installation and shows how Miraia contributes to the home’s modern architectural design.

Unlike traditional metal cladding, Miraia achieves a similar reflective appearance while benefiting from the resilience of fiber cement. This allows architects to design contemporary exteriors without concerns commonly associated with metal materials, such as corrosion, oil-canning, or high material costs.

The excitement surrounding Miraia extended beyond the exhibit floor. Nichiha also participated in the Builders’ Show education program, where industry professionals discussed emerging trends in building materials, façade performance, and architectural innovation. These conversations emphasized the growing demand for façade systems that combine visual impact with dependable long-term performance.

As part of Nichiha’s Architectural Wall Panels product line, Miraia is designed to work seamlessly with the company’s advanced rainscreen system. This installation approach promotes airflow behind the cladding and helps manage moisture within the wall assembly, contributing to improved durability and long-term building performance.

For architects designing modern commercial buildings, mixed-use developments, and bold residential projects, Miraia offers a unique balance of aesthetics and performance. Its reflective finish provides a sleek contemporary appearance, while Nichiha’s fiber cement technology ensures the strength and longevity expected from a high-performance façade system.