Where the Building Code Requires More Than Two Exits
In most building types the occupant count is low enough that the building is only required to have one or
Category: Building Technology
Archived Historic Denver Building Codes
While researching code regulations for a structure that we are remodeling, I came across the page holding all of the
Thermal Imaging for Energy and Building Analysis
As the price of energy rises, architects, engineers, and especially building owners are becoming increasingly aware of energy consumption. Once
Proper Bearing of I-Joist Rafters
As today’s architectural design trends toward more open floor plans with vaulted ceilings there is a need for economical rafters
Project Spotlight- Evergreen in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Throw Back Thursday- International Multi-Family Housing Flare The first of several international projects is Aria – a 66-unit podium style
Seismic Testing of a Mid-Rise Wood Framed Structure
After the destruction caused by the 1995 Kobe earthquake the Japanese government took it upon themselves to construct the world’s
Types and Design of Wood Trusses
Here are some great resources about the different types of wood trusses and how they are designed. If you have
Fastening to Concrete – Wedge Style Expansion Anchors
There are many situations were it may become necessary to attach a timber ledger to a concrete wall. It is
LEED Project Team Formation is an Important First Step in any LEED Certification Project
The first step in preparing for the LEED Certification process on a building project is the formation of the LEED
ICF vs. SIP…The Debate Continues
We are working on a LEED Platinum housing project and have been doing a tremendous amount of research on both
The Escalating Cost of Escalators
Often in larger scale commercial developments, vertical circulation is handled by escalators in addition to elevators in order to move
Code Requirements for Concrete Slabs on Grade
The International Residential Code (IRC) lays out a series of requirements for pouring a concrete slab on grade. Its more
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