Q: I’m building a new home and visited the job site a few days ago. I was aghast at a possible defect in my foundation. Parts of the concrete foundation are suspended in midair. The walls are only ...

Concrete has long been the material of brutalism, yet in residential design today, it’s anything but harsh. These days, designers and architects are softening its edges, warming its tone and using it ...

Ethan Graff is a logistics guy. Perhaps it’s his dedication to finding solutions that intrigued him about precast concrete panels. Having previously learned about the wall panels while working on a ...

Tasked with transforming the interiors of a sleek modern home for a second time, designer Anna Trefely faced the challenge of re-envisioning familiar spaces with a fresh, softer perspective. The ...

When concrete walls start to crumble, don't panic. Patch. Basement walls often bear the brunt of a wet Oregon winter, flaking and crumbling. You can repair the damage by brushing on a bonding agent ...

Retaining walls are an indispensable feature for properties with sloped landscapes. They enhance the functionality and enjoyment of a sloped yard by allowing you to create a flat surface. This makes ...

With more than 640 private contractors expressing their interest in designing and building wall prototypes along the U.S.-Mexico border, U.S. Customs and Border Protection now says it is considering ...