Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is hoping a user will emerge for Oak Cottage in Naperville’s Greene Valley Forest ...

Wood is relatively affordable and readily available, offering a cost-effective solution for homebuilding. Contractors are familiar with wood construction techniques. In addition, building codes and ...

Mass-produced precast concrete homes could replace wood framing by offering durable, storm-resistant, and affordable housing ...

The biggest price jump came in wood and related materials, which rose 3.1 percent. This was driven by higher costs for ...

But as the country started filling up, the amount of timber available quickly proved insufficient. Sawn lumber began to be shipped into Chicago in the 1840s from the huge timber stands in Wisconsin ...

Why the “Old Way” of Home Framing No Longer Works U.S.-based builders build around 90% of new single-family homes with wood frames. But no building material is without its downsides.

Steel-Framed Homes Steel is a powerful alternative to wood framing; it’s strong and fire-resistant and can withstand winds up to 150 mph. Recycled steel can also cut jobsite waste and build time, ...

Experience the elegance of the balloon dip technique on a wooden heart canvas. The harmonious blend of pink and gold hues results in a piece that's both romantic and visually striking. Ideal for ...

Art & Exhibitions Bordercore: Why Frames Became the New Frontier in Contemporary Art For a century, the frame was meant to disappear. Today, it’s a site of rebellion, narrative, and physical ...