Winter 2014-15: Table of Contents

Words: Dan Kamys

Masonry Design Winter 2014-15

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features

Materials
LEED: A Focus on Product Transparency
When USGBC launched LEED v4, it significantly advanced its mission to “transform the way we think about how buildings and communities are designed.”
By Julie Rapoport

Project Spotlight
Answering The Call
It’s not every day that one receives a call from a priest requesting one’s design services for a new church. But if that day comes, you’re certainly going to pick up the phone.
By Cory Sekine-Pettite

Restoration
Standing The Test Of Time
Following its renovations, Astley Castle was awarded the prestigious Riba Stirling Prize for Architecture.
By Cory Sekine-Pettite

columns & departments

Letter from the Editor
Supplies

LAR 300 Rotary Laser – Rugged, Precise, and Efficient Horizontal Leveling Made Easy

STABILA’s reputation for high-end measuring products and German engineering shines through in the LAR 300 Rotary Laser. This laser combines simple functionality with high precision across large distances and unmatched durability. Key Features Precision an

The Roman Empire – Hadrian’s Wall , Great Britain

In this article, we travel to the island of Great Britain, a land known for its Marvelous Masonry. From such icons as Stonehenge, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben Clock Tower, and their brick arch railway bridges, masonry has been the dominant building material

Vibing Masonry: Masonry for Safety, Security & Protection

Masonry conveys protection, shielding occupants from external threats. Masonry also provides strength and resistance—separation from and resistance to fire, resistance against projectiles and ballistics, robust defense against vandalizing mobs and spontan

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“Elevated Safety” on Masonry Construction Sites: The Value of EZG's Hog Guard and Hoist Hog

In the bustling world of construction, safety isn't just a priority—it's a foundation. Nowhere is this more crucial than on masonry sites where block structures rise skyward. Each day, workers navigate scaffolding, maneuver materials, and tackle tasks tha