Articles Tagged with ''resiliency''

Photo courtesy of BuildBlock Building Systems LLC - Oklaho Purcell Elementary School in Oklahoma is constructing a new ICC-500 compliant, ICF-based storm shelterma City, Okla.

ICF Storm Shelters: Transforming K-12 School Safety and Resilience Against Tornadoes and Hurricanes

Insulating concrete forms are changing K-12 school construction by providing ICC-500 compliant storm shelters that combine safety, durability, energy efficiency, and multipurpose functionality.
Frank Gordon, BuildBlock Building Systems LLC
Frank Gordon
January 19, 2026
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Insulating concrete forms are changing K-12 school construction by providing ICC-500 compliant storm shelters that combine safety, durability, energy efficiency, and multipurpose functionality.
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proper air and vapor control

From Energy Efficiency to Moisture Management: Why Air and Vapor Control Matter

How proper air and vapor control within building enclosures is essential for energy efficiency, moisture management, and long-term durability, emphasizing the need for continuous, well-integrated control layers and coordinated installation to prevent damage, inefficiency, and health issues.
Benjamin Meyer, AIA, LEED AP, serves as Building Enclosure Business Director for Siplast
Benjamin Meyer AIA, LEED AP
January 7, 2026
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How proper air and vapor control within building enclosures is essential for energy efficiency, moisture management, and long-term durability
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The Steel Deal - Don Allen

How Data and Noncombustible Materials Can Drive a Safer, Sustainable Future

After devastating fires in California, industry leaders and the Steel Framing Industry Association are pushing for data-driven strategies to highlight the benefits of noncombustible steel framing and strengthen the case for resilient construction.
Don Allen, P.E., LEED A.P. is an internationally known expert in cold-formed steel design
Don Allen P.E., S.E., LEED A.P.
October 23, 2025
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After losing his home in the Pacific Palisades fires, Steven Crosby is rebuilding with steel—and joining industry leaders to push for data-driven, fire-resilient construction.
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Layers of exterior cladding

What to Consider When Selecting a Rainscreen

How to choose the right rainscreen system by considering climate, cladding compatibility, building codes, energy efficiency and ventilation to ensure long-term moisture control and building durability.
Brian McKay, Director of Marketing and Communications for Weatherization Partners Ltd.
Brian McKay
September 19, 2025
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How to choose the right rainscreen system by considering climate, cladding compatibility, building codes, energy efficiency and ventilation to ensure long-term moisture control and building durability.
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A 2-story home with a stone exterior

Choosing Between Thin-Cut Natural Stone and Manufactured Stone Veneer - A Side-by-Side Comparison

Thin-cut natural stone offers unmatched authenticity and durability with higher costs and installation complexity, while manufactured stone veneer provides a more affordable, lightweight, and customizable alternative that delivers visual consistency and easier application.
Sarah Lograsso is the director of marketing and product management for Stone and Roofing at Westlake Royal Building Products.
Sarah Lograsso
September 16, 2025
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Thin-cut natural stone offers unmatched authenticity and durability with higher costs and installation complexity, while manufactured stone veneer provides a more affordable, lightweight, and customizable alternative that delivers visual consistency and easier application.
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