Fall 2014: Table of Contents

Words: Bronzella Cleveland

Masonry Design Fall Issue

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Fall 2014:

Table of Contents

features

Materials
Porous Pavements Q&A: Answers from the Man who Wrote the Book on the Subject
As the use of porous pavements grows, designers and agencies all over North America are learning for the first time this new approach to stormwater management.
By Bruce K. Ferguson, FASLA

Materials
Brick Paver Installation Methods
The versatility of the modules, patterns, colors, textures, and joint and paver finishes can create endless design options to fit any condition, use, and customer taste.
By Arthur Mintie

Design Trends
Award-Winning Hardscape Designs
A look at three of ICPI’s 2013 HNA Hardscape Project Award Winners
By Cory Sekine-Pettite

Project Spotlight
Bombay Sapphire’s New Facility
Heatherwick Studio converts an old paper mill into a beautiful, botanical distillery.
By Cory Sekine-Pettite

columns & departments

Letter from the Editor
Supplies

Thank You For Bidding In The 2026 Online Auction
April 2026

The MCAA thanks everyone who bid in this year’s online auction. With hundreds of bids on over 140 items, this year’s auction turned out to be our largest ever! We also want to thank all of our amazing donors who put items up for auction. Without all of

Choosing the Best Masonry Brush for the Job
April 2026

In masonry work, whether you are laying brick or block, installing stone veneer, or repairing mortar joints, cleaning up is a big part of the job. It’s easy to focus on the major tools like brick trowels, mixers, and mortar boards, but brushes are just as

Westminster Abbey Roof Repairs Race To Protect The Masonry Below
April 2026

Westminster Abbey is undergoing long-awaited repairs to its roof, and experts involved in the work say they have discovered hidden secrets along the way. For the masonry industry, the story is less about what's up top and more about what sits beneath it.

Building Stonework That Lasts Beyond the Surface
April 2026

How Today’s Systems Strengthen Traditional Masonry In masonry, longevity has always been the true measure of craftsmanship. Any wall can look impressive the day it’s finished, but the real test comes years later, after the first freeze-thaw cycle, after t