Johnny Clasper, a Yorkshire, England-based mason and stone sculptor, cut his teeth (and a lot of rock) in the construction industry as a bricklayer, or “bricky.” But despite the comfort of his “day ...

“The Stones. I love the Stones. I watch them whenever I can. Fred, Barney ...” ­­— Comic Steven Wright I like the Stones, too. And the Beatles and The Who and, at least some of the time, Pink Floyd ...

Since ancient times, people have warmed their homes by capturing and storing the sun's heat in walls built of dense materials, such as stone and masonry. The south-facing walls were warmed during the ...

Stone has been a time-honored building material in Santa Barbara since the earliest days of the city. Wood was never in great supply. Although the region was dotted with thousands of oak trees, their ...

“Stone Primer,” by Charles McRaven is the essential guide for homeowners interested in diy stonework, from winding garden paths to fireplaces and stone retaining walls. Stone Primer (Storey Publishing ...

The addition of a natural stone veneer feature is a beautiful improvement to a home’s décor. Inside or out, stone walls, a mantel piece, hearth or front door surrounds, and other applications create ...

Ever heard of dry stone walling? It’s worth investigating if you’re looking for a ruggedly beautiful, green type of fence that stands the test of time. Read our interview with John Bland of Montreal’s ...

Brick and stone masonry have served as reliable and valuable elements of commercial building projects for centuries, gracing urban and rural landscapes since time immemorial. Building Teams have ...