Steve G Blye (Steve)


Roles


Masonry Advisory Council


Professional - 2025

Masonry Advisory Council
The Masonry Advisory Council is a non-profit organization that provides support to the masonry construction industry. Our goal is to make information accessible so you can make informed decisions for ...


Vibing Masonry #4: The Durable Resilience of Masonry Architecture Over the Centuries
January 2025

As a design architect for four decades, I've long recognized masonry (clay brick, concrete masonry units, stone, and manufactured stone) as a superior, durable building material. Stone, clay bricks, and CMUs are renowned for their toughness, effectively r

Vibing Masonry #3: Masonry and its Influence on Town & City Master Planning
November 2024

Masonry has greatly influenced urban planning and development for centuries, shaping the architecture and resilience of cities worldwide. Comprising brick, stone, and concrete (out of scope material) masonry units (CMUs), masonry materials have not only p

Vibing Masonry #2: Masonry for Sustainability & Energy Saving
November 2024

Welcome to the second installment of our “Vibing Masonry” series on the benefits and functionality of masonry in modern construction, with a focus on its environmental and sustainability advantages. The Environmental Case for Masonry Masonry is a sustain

Vibing Masonry: Masonry for Safety, Security & Protection
September 2024

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