While space heaters are a viable option for heating your garage, it has its downsides. Here are four alternative ways that ...

Moisture is something to be managed. A vapor barrier can cut down on earthy smells, mildew, and general humidity.

Global Warming Potential (GWP) is a measure of the radiative forcing impact of various greenhouse gases (GHGs) over ... following: concrete (46%), steel (22%), asphalt (7%), insulation (6% ...

If you have noisy neighbours, or if you are particularly sensitive to noise, you may want to consider improving your home’s ...

When an 18-ft. thick mat slab for a new building in South Florida needed placement, concrete contractor Capform Inc. stepped ...

Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa, who set up SANAA 30 years ago, talk about how nature is both the context and inspiration ...

At Villa Fontaine architect/master builder Craftworks uses quality materials and modern construction technologies. The nine-unit luxury residential building on Sydenham Hill, London, is the latest ...

Building homes in this region involves understanding the effects of humidity and rain on structures and incorporating features th ...

In the aftermath of a fire, it’s important to use respirators and other personal protective gear to avoid serious health problems.

Saunas have been gaining popularity for their health and wellness benefits. If you want to try out the trend in your backyard ...

The process combines small lengths into thick columns and huge slabs, and it opens the ... No pouring concrete, then patching over imperfections or hiding ducts behind soffits and drywall.