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

I’ve been wanting to write about this for years. The topic has been a burr under my saddle, but I needed to base the column on proof, not speculation. That proof arrived recently in a desperate phone ...

Post and beam and timber frame are both beautiful methods of building but most people think of them as one and the same. Although they are similar, there are subtle differences between them. Both are ...

As architects continue to search for ways to reduce costs and improve building efficiencies, more and more are turning to advanced framing methods, particularly for multifamily and light commercial ...

Whether you're into bite-sized DIY projects, like building your own backyard fire pit, or bigger endeavors, like coating your garage floor, it's valuable to know some basics about construction and ...

TAKES A VILLAGE: Barron Brown directs a crew at a barn raising near Marshall. Photo by Storms Reback It’s not every day you get invited to a barn raising, so when I did, I jumped at the opportunity.

Extruded aluminum is the material of choice for doors and entryways. According to a 2016 study, aluminum doors, windows, and skylights accounted for 89% in non-residential construction. Its popularity ...