The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The home is designed and built to be net zero and to achieve certifications including Energy Star, the Department of Energy's Zero Energy Ready, and the National Green Building Standard’s highest rating, Emerald. Read on to see the products that make this year's New American Home yet another standout.

Ceiling Systems 130

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Electrical Wiring Installation Piping Installation 130

Natural Building

MARCH 26, 2021

It would seem impossible that they could build something like this.”. The walled-in urban sector included another 170 or so buildings. They standardized it,” Ruth says. You can go into the forest and find a stone building and know it’s Inca because they’re all the same.”. They knew what they were doing.”.

Stonework 52

Stonework Building Design Building Standards Landscaping 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 7, 2024

Historical constructions, with their robust stonework and intricate designs, provide a foundation for modern architects to build upon. Heritage in Harmony Refurbishment of historical buildings demonstrates a respect for Scotland’s architectural past.

Architecture 64

Architecture Historic Preservation Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 64

Specification Product Update

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Advances in fire resistant glazing have enabled modern performance expectations to be applied to architecturally sensitive and listed buildings as a variety of Promat SYSTEMGLAS® projects demonstrate. The project required a large fire resistant screen complete with fire doors to compartmentalise two areas of the building.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Stonework Historic Preservation 52

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 24, 2024

It’s essential to prep walls properly for limewash, as it works best on porous surfaces such as bricks, lime plaster, and stonework, to ensure durability and adhesion. Unlike standard paint, lime wash paints create a soft, matte appearance, lending walls a distinctive texture and depth. You can also adapt it for exterior surfaces.

Painting/finishing 64

Painting/finishing Stonework Masonry Building Materials 64

The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

An owner’s best partner for hotel construction is a Design-Build firm who understands that. Based on our study of the site, we determined a shorter building with a larger footprint would be the wiser choice. Lee Army Lodge was built to the Department of Defense’s strict Anti-Terrorism / Force Protection standards.

Stonework 74

Stonework Building Design Site Planning Cost Control 74

CivilJungle

MARCH 6, 2021

This is utilized to bond stonework or other essential units. Some of the significant elements of mortar : To tie building materials like blocks and stones into a strong mass. To do pointing and plasterwork on uncovered surfaces of stonework. To shape an even and delicate sheet material layer for building units.

Masonry 52

Masonry Engineering Stonework Building Materials 52