New Urbanism

Posted on August 16, 2013

Getting Creative With the Adaptive Reuse of a 1920s Commercial Building

By Stacey Freed

Architect David Hill transformed a 1920s commercial building into a modern home that retains a sense of the building's colorful character. More

Tags: Design, Commercial Remodeling, Concrete Slabs and Floors, New Urbanism, Reuse

Posted on January 21, 2009

Mixed-Use Development Holds Out Opportunities and Challenges

By John Caulfield

A builder and architect discuss pros and cons at IBS. More

Tags: BartonPartners, Robert Cogan, Development, David Bossart, New Urbanism

Posted on March 01, 2008

Working With Setting Compounds

By Myron Ferguson

These versatile joint compounds are ideal for small jobs, quick repairs, and tough... More

Tags: 3D Technology, Drywall, Drywall, Air Conditioning, Aggregates

Posted on March 01, 2006

Is All Drywall Mud the Same?

By Myron Ferguson

Knowing the difference between taping, topping, and all-purpose drywall finishing... More

Tags: Drywall, Drywall, Aggregates, New Urbanism, Concrete

Posted on November 01, 2000

Notebook

The fight against sprawl; new labor-saving copper fittings; borate-treated lumber wards off termites; L-shaped headers for steel framing; more More

Tags: Lumber, Metal, California, Local Markets, Wood

Posted on July 01, 1995

Building With Style: Design for a Narrow Lot

By Gordon Tully

A two-story design for a narrow lot More

Tags: Design, Vacation Homes, In-House Design, Porches, Bedroom

Posted on March 01, 1992

Restoration Primer: Historic Building Meets Contemporary Codes

By Gus Carlson

Tags: Structure, Preservation, National Fire Protection Association, Connecticut, Fire Safety