From natural building materials to the high-tech, browse through these pages to discover a variety of materials used in green building as alternatives to conventional materials.
Find out What is Toxic to Animals, Symptoms of Chemical Exposure and How to Prevent Problems from Happening Renovation messes rarely look dangerous to a dog nosing around a toolbox or a cat prowling drywall. The worst hazards are colourless, […]
Case Study of the TRCA Headquarters Examining the Use of Mass Timber in Mid-Rise Construction Imagine living or working in a space that is comfortable when it’s scorching hot outside and feels warm and cozy when winter temperatures dip below
Choosing an overhead door for your garage requires asking a few questions. You’ll need to think about materials, locking systems and energy-saving features that not only protect your space but also help manage costs. The sustainability of the door is
A team of researchers at Montana State University has developed a new type of building material made from fungi and bacteria, offering a promising alternative to traditional construction materials like concrete. The innovative material, detailed in a study published this
I spent my childhood in Africa, and a deeply etched memory is the smell of new thatch in cool rooms on a hot summer day. Thatch’s astonishing insulation quality is just one of its charming attributes. Built with no straight
BUY CANADIAN Building Supplies Guide Published: March 12, 2025 We are still early in this tariff fiasco and it’s hard to say how everything will shake out. However, based on Trudeau’s interactions with Trump, he feels that we’ll be engaged
Humans emerged from the natural world yet are constantly in conflict with it. Our persistent anthropocentric worldview has led us to believe that nature exists to serve us, leading to dominating nature instead of living in accordance with it. Our
After the recent Los Angeles fires, more attention has turned to building fire-resistant buildings. And much of that attention centres around the roof as it plays an outsize role in protecting a building from fire. When embers become airborne with
Notwithstanding the political environment, 2025 has been full of surprises. Fires raged in California while extreme cold and snow gripped the Southern U.S., and deep freezes set in across parts of Canada. Much like how we must adapt to current
As we’ve all seen on the news, the recent fires in California’s Pacific Palisades and surrounding areas were devastating. Unsurprisingly, the fires sparked much debate about climate change, building codes and home design as the affected communities seek future reconstruction.
