American History
A History of Wall and Ceiling Systems in the U.S.
From plaster to drywall, see how wall and ceiling systems shaped America since 1607
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Items Tagged with 'building design'
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Amrize to Modernize Montreal Area Cement Plant to be Most Advanced in Eastern Canada
The project will introduce state-of-the-art operational efficiency and enhanced sustainability, while expanding local manufacturing and production capacity
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Adaptive Vapor Control Layer From ROCKWOOL
Smart vapor retarder adapts to humidity, reducing condensation risk in insulated masonry retrofits and basements.
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The Blueprint for Innovation Begins with a Universal Language for Building Materials
To unlock efficiency, sustainability and true collaboration in the building industry, we must create and adopt a shared, data-driven language for materials—just as BIM once did for design.
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IIBEC Calls for Abstract for Presentations at the 2027 International Convention & Trade Show
Abstract submissions are due Monday, April 27, 2026
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NIBS Announces Leadership Promotions to Strengthen Federal and Infrastructure Programs
NIBS has promoted Shirley K. Albritton, PE, PMP, to Senior Vice President of Operations, and Eric Rawdon, PE, PMP, to Vice President of Infrastructure
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Rethinking Magnesium Oxide (MgO): A Fresh Look at a Proven Building Material
Once known primarily for fire resistance and durability, modern magnesium oxide (MgO) sheathing is now emerging as a reliable, system-level solution that improves thermal performance, reduces thermal bridging and supports today’s high-performance wall designs.
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Women Who Build
Building Trust Before the Bid
Through business development leadership, Karina Eshilian helps translate complex wall and ceiling scopes into clear value for owners and design teams.
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Submissions Open for 2026 DBIA Project/Team Awards
The Design-Build Institute of America has opened submissions for its 2026 Design-Build Project/Team Awards, recognizing the best design-build projects and teams across the country.
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