Big 7 Ventures has acquired Modern Concrete Inc., a specialized construction materials provider based in Elko, Nevada. No financial terms were disclosed. Modern Concrete founder and President Scott ...

SAN DIEGO — CAL FIRE says studies show modern homes are burning faster than those built decades ago due to more flammable construction materials and home furnishings. Modern home construction that ...

For good reasons, sustainability is becoming more important and prevalent in the building trades. Planning a home build or remodeling project often brings up terms like sustainable, eco-friendly or ...

Against the backdrop of increased cost of imported building materials, following fluctuations in the exchange rate, experts in the construction industry have called on the government to intervene in ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Walk through a new build or renovation right now and you’ll hear the same language come up again and again. Warm.

Ancient Roman concrete is more sustainable than modern building materials, according to new research. The Romans used concrete to build aqueducts, bridges and buildings across their vast empire, which ...

Traditionally, architecture's role has been to create a barrier between inhabitants and the elements, providing protection and security. Even with material and technological advances over time, this ...