Mark Fowler

Mark Fowler

Mark Fowler joined Walls & Ceilings as editorial director in 2006. Fowler grew up in the construction business and has held a number of positions in different companies and associations. He spent 11 years with the Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau before moving to his position with Soltner Group Architects in Seattle. Fowler is currently the executive director of the Stucco Manufacturers Association. He can be reached at Mark@markfowler.org.

 

Articles

ARTICLES

Up Front: A Walls & Ceilings Editorial Column by Mark Fowler
Up Front

Adding Layers: The Hidden Cost of Complicated Solutions

In industries from construction to healthcare, well-meaning solutions often take the form of added layers—of products, procedures, or bureaucracy—that rarely solve root problems and instead inflate costs, create frustration, and hinder progress.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
August 21, 2025
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In industries from construction to healthcare, well-meaning solutions often take the form of added layers—of products, procedures, or bureaucracy—that rarely solve root problems and instead inflate costs, create frustration, and hinder progress.
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Up Front: A Walls & Ceilings Editorial Column by Mark Fowler
Up Front

Be Careful What You Wish For

In construction, opportunities that seem too good to be true often come with hidden costs—and sometimes devastating consequences.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
July 22, 2025
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In construction, opportunities that seem too good to be true often come with hidden costs—and sometimes devastating consequences.
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Up Front: A Walls & Ceilings Editorial Column by Mark Fowler
Up Front

Tariffs and U.S. Construction

How tariffs impact trade with Canada, labor shortages, and the bigger economic picture.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
June 23, 2025
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Tariffs are not new to the U.S. construction industry, but recent increases could create ripple effects across the economy. Here's how tariffs impact trade with Canada, labor shortages, and the bigger economic picture.
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Up Front: A Walls & Ceilings Editorial Column by Mark Fowler

The Importance of Access Doors

Access doors serve practical and life-saving purposes when understood in context.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
May 20, 2025
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Access doors play a crucial role in building maintenance and safety, and while building codes governing them may seem complex or overly strict, they ultimately serve practical and life-saving purposes when understood in context.
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Up Front: A Walls & Ceilings Editorial Column by Mark Fowler

Flashing a Window: Simple, Standard and Secure

Proper Window Flashing Is Essential for Preventing Water Intrusion. While Various Methods Exist, Following Industry Standards and Keeping the Process Simple Helps Ensure Durability, Reduce Installation Errors, and Minimize Construction Risks.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
April 21, 2025
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Proper Window Flashing Is Essential for Preventing Water Intrusion. While Various Methods Exist, Following Industry Standards and Keeping the Process Simple Helps Ensure Durability, Reduce Installation Errors, and Minimize Construction Risks.
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Up Front: A Walls & Ceilings Editorial Column by Mark Fowler
Up Front

Wild Country

The wildfires that happened in Los Angeles decimated communities—but this one was different.
Mark Fowler
Mark Fowler
March 21, 2025
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The wildfires that happened in Los Angeles decimated communities—but this one was different.
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