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The Thermal Performance of a masonry mass wall has been known for centuries. The Anasa-zi People of Southwest America¹ constructed cliff dwellings that took advantage of the ther-mal performance of masonry walls a thousand years ago. They usually built these dwellings facing the south and used the overhang from the cliff to provide protection from […]

Initial Cost of Construction

Introduction For the Portland, Oregon cost comparison it was decided to use union wages based on the local construction climate. The reader is referred to the Initial Cost of Construction Study, Multi-Residential Structures, October 2017 original report for a complete discussion on study design and methodology. (See www.buildingstudies.org.) Study Results and Discussion The results of […]

Why The Resilience Of Masonry Is Even More Relevant For Future Buildings

Masonry has long been regarded as the best solution for building purposes for centuries, and yet as technology and knowledge grows and develops there could be some people who feel that it is time to find a better more modern set of materials. After all, masonry was used to build such iconic architectural achievements as […]

Gorgeous and Adaptable: Exploring the Beauty and Versatility of Using Masonry to Create Commercial Buildings

As you walk along most large city blocks, you can see the detailed work of a skilled craftsman known as a mason. Not to be confused with the religious Freemasons, masonry is one of the oldest trades in human history and is just as much an art form as it is a design achievement. From […]

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Click here to read the Quoin Corner newsletter in it’s original pdf format. Resiliency or Sustainability or Both We look at the pictures of the devastation that took place in 2018 and we see very few buildings that resisted the hurricane force winds and the wildfires in California practically destroyed everything in their path. The […]

2019 Brick and Tile Design Trends

Tiles are one of the best surfaces in a home, as they provide many different advantages, they are hard wearing, easy to clean and ideal for areas that service a lot of foot traffic. Tile designers have spent many years coming up with innovative new colors and patterns, but 2019 is due to introduce some […]

How Low-Cost Tile Can Provide a High-End Look

When looking to add great value to a home, some of the best places to start include the bathroom and kitchen spaces. New flooring is a big part of these renovations, and tile really adds amazing worth. However, the biggest problem with tile is the expense. Fortunately, there are amazing inexpensive options that you should […]

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Masonry & Ceramic Tile Institute of Oregon Project Showcase Construction was robust in 2018 and our member contractors and suppliers were very busy. We thought it would be great to share some pictures of the projects that they were busy with. These undertakings are in various stages of construction or were recently completed. The diverse […]

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