Deep Foundations, Part One: Intro
What are Deep Foundations? Deep foundations refer to structural elements that are used to transfer loads from the superstructure of
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Deep Foundations, Part Four: Type Comparisons
Construction Cost Comparison Between Auger Cast Pile and Drilled Shaft The economic evaluation of auger cast piles and drilled shaft
Deep Foundations, Part Three: Types
Driven Pile Foundations Driven piles (precast piles) are prefabricated elements (timber, steel, or concrete), which are driven into the ground
Deep Foundations, Part Two: Comparison with Shallow Foundations
When selecting a foundation system, one of the key considerations is whether to use deep foundations or shallow foundations. Let’s
Architectural Education: Nurturing Sustainable Design
The future of sustainable design is closely linked to architectural education. As a recent graduate from CU Boulder’s Environmental Design
Architectural Materials Specifications: Why They Matter
Music is liquid architecture; architecture is frozen music. – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (some 18th century old guy with a flair
A Personal Touch on Post-Fire Design
Post-fire design of a family’s home needs a personal touch. I know this first-hand. If you live in Colorado for
Sealants in Concrete Structures
As a structural engineer, it took inspecting concrete myself to really appreciate the importance of sealants in concrete structures. During
Subfloor Preparation Basics
Are you thinking about installing new flooring? Before you start picking out the perfect flooring material and design, let’s talk
Dimensioning 101
You’ve done it again: Cruised through schematic designs with the client praising your designs and asking you to work on
15 Construction Industry Acronyms You Need To Know!
Construction acronyms are used extensively to save time, improve efficiency, and communicate effectively among different stakeholders involved in the construction
IECC Compliance: Prescriptive vs. Performance
When it comes to the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), there are two distinct approaches to making your project compliant:
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