Masonry Magazine January 2014 Page. 6
on the cover
Shown on the cover is The Crossings at Fourth and Preston, located in Charlottesville, Va. This project was an entrant in the BIA's 2013 Brick in Architecture Awards in the Residential -Multi-Family category. It is a green building that provides temporary housing for those working lo transition out of homelessness. The architect was BRW Architects, an d the
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Photography by Scott Smith
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features
14 Online Education The MCAA reports on the many online educational options for masons who want to continue their education an d/or become a Certified Mason Contractor.
20 Education for Masons A meeting of the minds spreads education for masons as we learn firsthand from Mortar Net's Steve Fechino.
28 A Crash Course in Air Barriers The Air Barrier Association of America breaks down all of the basics about air barriers.
34 Mast Climbers Innovation and growth continue for Hydro-Mobile with new products and initiatives.
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