Fire Resistance of Masonry Units
In todays’ buildings there are many items that are highly combustible, so having a little or a lot of masonry creates safety within a structure especially in a stairwell, elevator, corridor or other walls designated for separation. These locations are the primary means of exiting a building in a fire. These areas need to provide […]
Why Are Masonry Control Joint Locations Significant?
When designing concrete masonry walls, one aspect that needs to be considered is the location of control joints. Control joints are continuous vertical mortar joints where a bond breaker is placed between the mortar and the units on one side. Masonry walls, like concrete walls, will shrink after placement due to moisture content and temperature […]
National Museum of Qatar by Ateliers Jean Nouvel
An immense collision of sandy-hued concrete disks, the building is planned as a loop that winds for almost a mile and makes you feel as if you’ve landed on planet Tatooine in the Star Wars universe. Read more >
