OVER the last few months my coworkers and I have been delving into the innards of a lovely 100something-year-old heritage home in North Vancouver. The process of renovation (versus new construction) ...

EMERYVILLE (KPIX 5) -- After yet another large fire at a Bay Area construction site, there is new scrutiny on the building techniques that turn unfinished projects into a perfect opportunity for ...

As architects continue to search for ways to improve building efficiencies, more and more are turning to advanced framing methods, particularly for multifamily and light commercial projects. Also ...

I-joists are strong, lightweight, "I" shaped engineered wood structural members that meet demanding performance requirements. I-joists are comprised of top and bottom flanges that resist bending and ...

A multifamily complex next to Oakland’s biggest transit station. High-end condominiums overlooking the bay from Yerba Buena Island. Housing for a high school faculty and staff in Daly City. Though ...

Construction litigation presents data challenges that go far beyond typical business disputes. While many cases involve standard emails and documents, construction matters generate a complex mix of ...

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited framing construction company Justin Construction Co. LLC with six safety violations after OSHA inspectors ...