A Chicago Artist talks about Brick

[vc_row][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]Chicago artist Will Quam of Andersonville says he sees more than just another brick in the wall; he sees the tale of the city’s past. “Chicago’s common bricks were made from the clay in the Chicago River,” said Quam. “In 1871, you couldn’t build with wood, so brick and stone became the stuff the […]

Masonry Fire Walls

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We will look at a few options for cantilevered masonry fire walls and show what can be accomplished. The walls will be designed for the minimum lateral load of 10psf (minimum IBC lateral load) and constructed using f’m = 2500 psi. Read more >[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Chuon Chuon Kim 2 Kindergarten

[vc_row][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] Like a giant Lego building, the kindergarten is constructed entirely in bare brick forming patterns and openings that is playful to the eyes, conveying a unique aesthetic value and promoting natural ventilation. Read more >[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]