
A Guide to Designing an Energy-Efficient Building in a Hot Climate
Architects and contractors in hot climates must design and construct energy-efficient buildings.

Factors That Impact Cost When Building a Commercial Retail Building
Constructing a commercial retail building is a significant investment that comes with its own set of complexities. Varied factors can impact the overall cost of building a retail building, each contributing to the final price tag.

Cavity vs. Continuous Insulation: Discover the Best Option for Maximum Efficiency

Improve the Comfort and Health of a Building with Soundproof Exterior Walls
The need to incorporate soundproofing features in the exterior walls of today’s homes and buildings has increased in recent decades. Urbanization, population growth, and an increase in air, rail, and highway traffic all have contributed to a widespread escalation of noise pollution.

KING GEORGE LANTERN HALL
Lantern Hall won the Commonwealth Award from the Virginia Chapter of the American Concrete Institute.

6 Phases in the Life Cycle of a Construction Project

How to Design a Building for Passive Survivability

Constructing Footings with Fox Blocks Foundations

How to Build a Wind-Resistant Home with Fox Blocks ICFs
Tragically, between 2000 and 2017 there were 894 wind and 1417 tornado-related deaths. In 2017, 36 percent of the wind and 63 percent of the tornado-related fatalities happened either in a mobile or permanent home. A wind-resistant design is critical to a home’s integrity and a family’s safety.
Fox Blocks Announces Membership in the NRMCA
We are excited to announce that Fox Blocks is now a member of the National Ready Mix Concrete Association (NRMCA).