Commercial buildings must unceasingly advance to meet user demands and the growing volume of technology needed to provide state-of-the-art functionality and technological benefits. The commercial ...

At the University of Toronto, just across the street from the football stadium, workers are putting up a 14-story building with space for classrooms and faculty offices. What’s unusual is how they’re ...

Building codes are a set of regulations that govern the design, construction, and alteration of structures. A general understanding of building codes helps all parties involved in design and ...

Q. I'm thinking of a career in new home construction and know very little. One of the things I don't fully understand is the foundation footer. I'm also stumped about piers. What's the real purpose of ...

The market for bio-based building is in full swing. Bio-based building materials, such as wood, are being used more and more often in place of traditional steel or concrete. But there is uncertainty ...