
23 Must-Haves When Building an Energy-Efficient Home
Millennials further appreciate that energy-efficient homes provide a high level of comfort and safety to their families, and will increase the resale value of the house.

How to Design an Earthquake Resistant Home: a Definitive Guide

How to Build an Apartment Complex Faster (and Better)
The future of apartment building construction lies in leveraging innovative materials and processes to deliver better projects faster and more efficiently

What is a Good R Value for Exterior Walls?

How to Insulate Block Walls for Optimal Thermal Efficiency
Want to improve thermal efficiency? Learn how to insulate block walls effectively with the best methods and materials for energy-saving results!

Achieve a Net Zero Office Building With These Architectural Tips
Architects can achieve an NZE office building with innovative materials and methods. Please read on for ten architectural tips for designing an NZE office building.

How Long Does It Take to Frame a House?
Wondering how long it takes to frame a house? Discover the key factors that influence the timeline and what to expect during the framing process!

ICF vs. Steel Framing: Which Is Best For Commercial Construction?
ICFs have been used with great success for projects such as hotels, theatres, multi-story residential, office, retail, mixed-use retail, educational projects and all manner of public works and federal military applications. However, some people argue that Steel Framing is best for commercial construction, so we decided to get to the bottom of the ICF vs. Steel Framing face-off.

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.

8 Must-Haves for a Net-Zero Energy Home
A net-zero energy home aims to make enough renewable energy to meet its own annual energy consumption needs. These are 8 must-haves for a net-zero energy home.