Shear Walls vs. Load Bearing Walls
When constructing a building, ensuring its stability and resilience is critical. Two essential components that play crucial roles in building stability are shear walls and load bearing walls.
How to Design a Home or Building with Good and Healthy Air Quality
11 Must Haves for Energy Efficient Homes in Canada and the Northern U.S.
North America’s long-cold, sub-zero winters demand energy-efficient homes that save Canadian and American homeowners money while keeping their families warm and comfortable.
6 Trends for New Resident Hall - Dormitory Design and Construction
United States (U.S.) student housing construction projects are experiencing rapid growth, with investments in student housing reaching $9.8 billion in 2016 and $8 billion in 2017.
6 Methods for Building Homes Faster in 2022
The building industry cites a lack of qualified construction workers as the major obstacle holding up their construction projects. Here are five ways builders can speed up home construction.
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.
How to Define Comfort in a Home
We all want a comfortable home where we can release the stresses of the day. Fox Blocks presents seven tips to help you optimize the comfort of your home.
Architectural Design Solutions: Using ICFs for Stylish Structures
How to Build Medical Office Buildings Faster
Benefits of Accelerating the Design Process and Construction Completion Schedule