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The Finish Line: Earthquakes and EIFS

The recent devastating earthquake in Haiti has focused attention on many things about that country, including politics, economics, its history and culture, and many other poignant topics, not the least of which is the safety and design of buildings there. 

by Robert Thomas


Straight Green: Say Hello to CAL Green California’s New Green Building Code

The California Building Standards Commission has been working on a green building code since 2007, culminating with a primarily voluntary set of standards for nonresidential occupancies adopted in July of 2008. 

by Chris Dixon


Smart Business: How To Say Hello

Networking has become a buzzword to describe making business contacts in a social setting. I tend to use the term “schmoozing.” Call it what you will, it’s one of the most cost-effective ways of drumming up business—no small consideration in these hard times.

by Jim Olsztynski


Up Front: Price Is What You Pay, Value Is What You Get

The earthquake on January 12 in Haiti should make us all pause and be grateful for many things: The country we live in, the kindness and generosity of people to help those in true need and, believe it or not, the pesky rules and regulations we have to follow here in the United States. 

by Mark Fowler


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