MASONRY Magazine

Marvelous Masonry: Elbphilharmonie

Words: Cass Stern

Most people know the Elbphilharmonie for its glass façade and dramatic roofline. From a distance, that’s what defines the skyline in Hamburg’s HafenCity district. But for masonry contractors and suppliers, the real story starts at the base.

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Marvelous Masonry: Elbphilharmonie

Features

Building Stonework That Lasts Beyond the Surface
Words: Rob McKay

How Today’s Systems Strengthen Traditional Masonry In masonry, longevity has always been the true measure of craftsmanship. Any wall can look impressive the day it’s finished, but the real test comes years later, after the first freeze-thaw cycle, after t

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Whether we specialize in repairs and restoration work or new construction, repairs are something that we all must do, at least from time to time. With ever-increasing competition from faster and cheaper building systems, the onus is on us as masonry profe
Mastering The Art Of Masonry Repair: The Dos and Don’ts
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In the world of masonry, few materials are as common as mortar and grout. Whether you are laying brick, concrete masonry units (CMU), or pouring grout into masonry walls, wet cement and mortar are constant companions. However, beneath their utility lies a
Is Contact with Wet Mortar or Grout Dangerous?
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Chairman’s Message: Developing the Next Generation of Leaders

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about leadership, not the title, not the position, but the kind that quietly shapes a company and an industry over time. Last month, I wrote about laying the first brick. About how everything that follows depends on that f

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