Working With an Architect: A Homeowner's Guide to Designing a New House
This guide will help you navigate through the process of hiring and working with an architect to successfully design and build the home of your dreams.
Innovations in Exterior Wall Construction: What You Need to Know
For generations, the construction of exterior walls has followed traditional practices that have primarily involved wood or steel framing. These methods have been the backbone of residential and light commercial construction, by providing shelter, stability, and a certain level of insulation.
5 Important Things to Remember for an ICF Home Plan Conversion
The building industry has seen a relatively recent trend of architects, designers, and homeowners moving away from energy consumptive forms of construction and the implementation of more sustainable, less expensive construction methods.
How ICF Reduces Production Time and Costs When Building a Movie Theater
ICF construction expedites the production of a movie theater and reduces labor costs over both wood-frame and CMU construction.
Reduce Commercial Building Construction Costs with ICF
Exterior Wall Thickness: How Thick Should Your Walls Be?
The exterior wall thickness of a home significantly impacts the house’s energy efficiency, disaster resistance, and IEQ. Learn how thick exterior walls should be.
3 Sustainable Building Materials for 2022
Three sustainable building materials for 2019 that stand out are the TRUEGRID® Permeable Pavers, Fox Blocks and Bamboo.
What is the Strongest Foundation for a House?
The foundation is fundamental to the longevity, strength, and structural soundness of a house. Homeowners and professionals often ask, “Which foundation is the most effective for a house?” Find out here!
Everything Your Customer Wants You to Know About the Latest LEED Changes
Contractors, architects and engineers are designing and constructing new buildings that are using renewable materials, investing in sustainable HVAC systems, and are improving the building envelope to reduce the amount of energy waste.
What is a Shear Wall and How Does it Protect Your Building?
Construction of a shear wall includes materials and design that enhance a structure’s stiffness, strength, and ductility in order to withstand lateral forces from severe winds and earthquakes.