September/October 2014
$4.95
Solutions to Tough Bracing Issues
Withstanding Nature’s Fury
Riverside and Fortified
Project Profiles: Large Residential Winners
AVAILABLE AS DIGITAL DOWNLOAD ONLY
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Solutions to Tough Bracing Issues
Bracing companies have developed innovative solutions that make it easier and faster than ever to ensure walls stay straight, level, and plumb on pour day, even on big, complex projects.
Withstanding Nature’s Fury
Adapted from a presentation made at the 2014 National Hurricane Conference, ICFs can ensure occupants and their belongings are protected from the storm–even tornadoes.
Riverside and Fortified
Designed to withstand Mother Nature’s worst, this Alabama home blends seamlessly with its surroundings while reducing energy bills significantly, too.
Project Profiles: Large Residential Winners
These three houses demonstrate how ICFs can be used to create beautiful homes despite challenges that include crescent-shaped floor plans, radius walls, and steeply-sloped lots.
- Forth Worth Residence, Texas
- Curly House, West Sussex, U.K.
- Vireo Luxury Home, Colorado
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| Weight | .25 lbs |
|---|---|
| Magazine Format | Digital Download Magazine, Print Mailed Magazine |
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