Articles by Frank Gordon

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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3 workers placing a wall at a construction site

How to Build Better With ICFs

The Affordability, Resiliency And Sustainability Of Insulated Concrete Forms.
Frank Gordon, BuildBlock Building Systems LLC
Frank Gordon
June 2, 2025
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Building a better space starts with better materials. ICFs combine structure, energy efficiency, and resilience into one system, transforming retail construction for a greener, stronger future.
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