Johnny Clasper, a Yorkshire, England-based mason and stone sculptor, cut his teeth (and a lot of rock) in the construction industry as a bricklayer, or “bricky.” But despite the comfort of his “day ...

Discover three innovative techniques for creating stunning textured wall art panels in this detailed DIY tutorial. Learn how ...

A building’s façade is much more than a pretty face. Exterior cladding plays a dual role as the architecture’s primary aesthetic and the building envelope’s first layer, making it one of the most ...

AJ Working Details is back. This time it covers 20 projects selected from the past 10 years of AJ Specification, split across ...

Aside from style alone, few people know how to choose between stone, brick, or concrete pavers for their patio. But making the right estimates and consulting with pros before buying can save you both ...

The Monadnock Building in Chicago began construction in 1891 and is still in use today. The building features a somber facade without ornamentation and a colossal height - at the time - of 16 floors.

In the image below, a material is created and an image file selected for it. There is nothing wrong with this early on, while material selection is still fluid. However, at some point the materials ...