Fall/Winter 2024 – Online Exclusive

Building a Greener Future: How Sustainable Concrete is Shaping Construction in 2025

As the world faces the urgent need to reduce its environmental impact, the construction industry is responding with new innovations that make concrete—a cornerstone of modern building—a more sustainable option in construction. For those specializing in decorative and specialty concrete, the next few years will bring exciting opportunities to embrace […]

Why Weatherproofing is a Must for Long-Lasting Decorative Concrete Beauty

Known for its unique designs and artistic appeal, decorative concrete is a popular material in modern construction projects. Whether it’s a stamped driveway, a stylish patio or an intricate walkway, decorative concrete adds both functionality and visual interest to any space. However, like all materials, decorative concrete is subject to […]

Lines, Texture and Color: the Worlds of Vertical Concrete Carvers

It’s a colossal stone fireplace measuring 21 feet at the hearth, with an 18-foot mantel. You can’t miss it. Each massive riverbed boulder has been hefted in place and mortared securely. It’s Old World stone-masonry at its finest, except…it’s not. The dramatic fireplace display in a Michigan builder’s residence is […]