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

No Shortcuts: The Journey of Real Stone
February 2026

Have you ever stopped and really thought about how that stone on the wall got there? I don’t mean the install...not the mortar, the scratch coat, or the clean-up. I mean the whole journey. From the first cut in the earth to the

Stop Gambling on the Wall: Why the Modern Jobsite Demands a Sure Thing
February 2026

If you have spent any time walking the carpeted aisles of the World of Concrete, you know the vibe. It is a sensory overload of heavy machinery, slick demos, and the collective optimism of thousands of contractors. We are in Las Vegas, the gambling capita

Helical Beaming: Strengthening Masonry from the Inside Out
February 2026

In the world of masonry restoration and retrofit, the goal is always the same: preserve the character and craftsmanship of historic structures while ensuring their long-term stability. But anyone who has worked on century-old brick or stone buildings know

The 2026 MCAA Annual Online Auction
February 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America is thrilled to announce the 2026 Annual Online Auction, the masonry industry’s premier event for scoring the best equipment at a fraction of costs. Whether you are looking to expand your equipment stockpile or