A Better Home for the Future

Insurance cost factors attending traditional wood-frame homes are compelling builders to consider more robust solutions, especially in the face of their properties’ potential exposure to high winds, flooding and wildfires. While underwriting and government agency officials grapple with challenges for individual homeowners and communities, there is growing discussion as to the future of residential construction and single-family home durability. Some…

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PRECAST PREEMINENCE

The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute recognizes creative, innovative use of architectural, structural precast The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute awarded 19 building and transportation precast concrete projects during the 2024 PCI Design Awards program. A panel of engineers, architects, and precast concrete producers judges all nominees on aesthetic, structural, and use versatility; site, energy and operational efficiency, and risk reduction; and resiliency, such…

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