Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) and Traditional Wall Systems: Key Differences in Modern Construction

Each wall system brings specific characteristics to a project...Evaluating factors like structural demands, energy ...
The Atlantic

The Simple, Ancient Idea That Can Replace Concrete Walls

A dry stone wall is a purposeful pile of rocks, held in place by friction and gravity rather than mortar. It’s one of the oldest building methods known to mankind, used over millennia to construct ...

Building Materials One Key To Disaster Resistance

Building homes and commercial structures for an era of deadlier storms requires a multi-pronged approach including the use of ...
The Business Journals

Rebuilding for resilience: Building back better with concrete block

To continue reading this content, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings and refresh this page. In the aftermath of the devastating wildfires sweeping ...
For Construction Pros

Building Beyond the Flame: Concrete Homes a Wildfire-Ready Solution

The doors could soon close on new construction of wood-framed homes. At least that is what many regulators are pushing to make happen. After decades of wood-framed houses being pummeled by wildfires, ...