Planning a major renovation or just making small improvements around the house? Understanding building codes is crucial.

Building codes and local, state and federal laws can present a labyrinthine path to securing the approvals, permits and compliance with legislation required to commence construction of a new or ...

As the United States faces a mounting housing affordability crisis, a debate is intensifying between home builders and code officials over how best to balance costs, safety, and long-term efficiency ...

The Cal Poly Pomona Student Services Building, designed by CO Architects, is a recent example of glazing responding to sustainability demands. (Bill Timmerman/Courtesy CO Architects) A holistic, ...