WINTER 2018
The Next Generation:
Amy Rosen
In this new series, we will be interviewing
the next generation of architects and
designers. Our first one is with AIAS
President Amy Rosen. Read about her
plans for her future as well as her outlook
on the industry moving forward.
Case Study: Kent State AEC
Barriers were used to resolve the severe
moisture and thermal performance at this
education facility. Discover how these
challenges were overcome.
What To Consider When
Installing Air and Water
Barriers
Commercial Building Specialist Tiffany
Coppock at Owens Corning talks with us
about air and vapor barriers. She provides
in-depth answers to technical questions.
American Treasure:
Whiskey Row
Located in Louisville, KY., the historic
Whiskey Row site is a perfect example of
resiliency in masonry. During preliminary
renovation plans a major fire broke out and
put everything on hold. Everything inside
was destroyed, except for the masonry.
The Natural Stone Council
And ANSI/NCS-373
Production of Natural
Dimension Stone Standard
The Natural Stone Council gives us an
inside look into their certification of
sustainable materials. Discover how this
can be used for sustainable design and
building.
Marvelous Masonry: Turkey
Celebrating Masonry’s
Heritage
MASONRY DESIGN columnist David
Biggs takes us on a visual trip to Turkey.
He discusses the history, preservation, and
restoration of this vast location.
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ESSENTIALS
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8 Editorial Director’s Note
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PHOTO COVER: THE PALMER
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