Masonry Magazine February 2007 Page. 50
Brick
©2007 Apterimages Corporation
By Eric N. Johnson, P.Ε.,
Director of Engineering, Brick SouthEast
Brick Valued in
Public Safety
and Eco-Design
Strength and Thermal Mass Preferred for "Green" Design
and Responsible Building Techniques
Demand is high for energy-efficient, "green" construction with sustainable designs, and it continues to rise. But now, the focus from businesses and home-owners is on safe, durable structures that also have low environmental impact.
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February 2007
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