In any building, individuals come in contact with many different building materials — concrete, wood, steel, stone, and brick — all designed and engineered for their strength, durability and functionality. Architects and designers choose these materials based on performance, code compliance, cost, and beauty for a balanced and well-designed exterior and interior space. Stainless steel cables, fittings, and hardware blend strength with beauty and offer open sightlines along with safety elements. They are also precision engineered for easy installation and design flexibility making it a smart material and product choice. This presentation will provide a valuable understanding of what stainless steel cables and hardware are. Ideas on how to use them effectively in new and retrofit building and public structures, pedestrian bridges, stadiums, multifamily, golf courses, schools, office buildings, and more — using case study proof of performance. We will highlight the use of stainless-steel cables and hardware, the advantages and benefits to the architect and specifier in their building designs.