Masonry Magazine April 2003 Page. 45

Words: Leonard Masonry, Brazos Masonry, Zimmer Partnership, Fairweather Company, Mitchell Architects, Jamie Masonry, French Engineering
Masonry Magazine April 2003 Page. 45

Masonry Magazine April 2003 Page. 45
Residential

First Place: Private Residence
Mason Contractor: Leonard Masonry, Inc., St. Louis, Mo.
Architect: Mitchell Wall & Associates Architects, Inc., Creve Coeur, Mo.
Judges Comments: Nice usage of materials. A nice and attractive blend of stonework, while introducing accent facing brick bands, window sills and head details. The design of this residence seems to flow naturally from the living areas to the garage area.

Honorable Mention: The Schilling Carmel Stone Chateau
Mason Contractor: Jamie DeMarla Masonry, Carmel, Calif.
Architect: Residential Design, Scottsdale, Ariz.

Second Place: South Kenwood Residence
Mason Contractor: Mahler Construction Co., Inc., Barrington, IL
Architect: Vinci-Hamp Architects, Inc., Chicago, M.
Judges Comments: Although consisting of totally facing brick, there is a close resemblance to Frank Lloyd Wright structures. The positioning of the building segments results in interesting offsets, projections and shadow effects. The quality of work also appears to be excellent. Each elevation has its own identity. It's a very interesting structure.

Restoration & Rehab

First Place: Amazon.com Tower Earthquake Repairs
Mason Contractor: Fairweather Masonry Company, Inc., Bellevue, Wash.
Architect: Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Partnership, Seattle, Wash.
Judges Comments: This structure incurred substantial damage as a result of an earthquake. The structural upgrades implemented, using a vertically reinforced cavity space combined with the ability to salvage existing materials and replicate destroyed materials, has resulted in a true and successful restoration project.

Honorable Mention: Pat Neff Hall
Mason Contractor: Brazos Masonry, Inc., Waco, Texas
Architect: French Engineering, Inc.. Houston, Texas

The Voice of the Mason Contractor
April 2003
Masonry 43


Mast Climbing Work Platform Check List – Significant Seven
May 2025

Many MCAA members and Mast Climbing Work Platform equipment owners have been asking for a copy of a presentation completed by Hydro Mobile at Mid-Year 2022. The basis of the presentation is for owners and users of Mast Climbing Work Platforms to establish

Youth Outreach and Education Arm Attends the Leon Works Career Fair
May 2025

On Friday, April 25, the Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) participated in the Leon Works Expo in Tallahassee, FL, reaching over 1,000 high school students from Leon County and surrounding areas. In collaboration with local contractor Masonr

Work Trucks Need Hard-working Tires
May 2025

Whatever you’re hauling, whatever job site you’re headed to, your work truck needs to be dependable. It’s a vital part of your livelihood. That’s why it’s important to check what holds your work truck up, namely the tires. Simply put, the right tires (alo

Youth Outreach and Education Arm Attends the 2025 Florida SkillsUSA Competition
May 2025

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA), in partnership with Florida Masonry Inc., proudly participated in the 2025 Florida SkillsUSA competition. This year’s masonry contest featured seven skilled student competitors and drew significant atte