Embodied Carbon vs Operational Carbon: The ICF Advantage for Operational Carbon Buildings
The environmental impact of buildings is a key concern in modern construction, focusing on reducing carbon emissions. A clear understanding of embodied and operational carbon, along with their differences, is essential for sustainable construction strategies.
Using ICF to Build a Home with Modern Adobe Style Walls
The design flexibility of Fox Blocks can easily enhance an adobe style home that is comfortable, energy-efficient, disaster-resistant, and durable.
ICC 500 Missile Impact Testing Requirements for Storm Shelters and Safe Rooms
Fox Blocks announces that their ICF wall assembly passed the ICC 500 required Missile Impact test used to determine compliance of storm shelter and safe room design and construction from flying debris in severe high-wind weather events.
Replacing Disposable Homes with Durable ICF Construction
In regions prone to hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires, Fox Blocks ICF wall assembly provides an excellent alternative to wood-frame construction.
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.
Three Key Areas give You the True Accurate Cost of the ICF you Choose
Insulating Your Dreams: Unraveling the Benefits of ICF Homes in Minnesota
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.