January/February 2008: Table of Contents

Words: Bronzella Cleveland
Masonry Design Magazine

JanuaryFebruary 2008:

Table of Contents

features 


Bonded By Brick
Pioneering facility combines 18 colleges and universities under one roof
By Douglas J. Ogurek, LEED AP


Designing Relationships
Meeting client goals is how Legat Architects measures success,
one project at a time.
By Cory Sekine-Pettite


Green Building is Big Business
Brick can play an important role in sustainable design.
By Cory Sekine-Pettite


Reinforcing an Industry
A look at anchors, fasteners and connectors
By Christopher Bupp


Mason Contractor Certification
How could this help the industry?
By Jeff Buczkiewicz

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