Researchers have developed a new carbon-negative building material that could reshape approaches to sustainable construction.

First concrete has been poured for the nuclear islands of unit 1 of the Bailong nuclear power plant in China's Guangxi Zhuang ...

Archaeologists at a Pompeii site buried by the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius have uncovered evidence of ancient Roman concrete technology that could heal itself over time.

Imagine you arrive at a hillside retreat in the Pacific Northwest right when the evening fog starts to move in. You touch the walls and they’re cool. The colors ...

New Zealand will reform key aspects of the nation’s building approvals process, betting that the changes will speed up consenting and remove roadblocks to new construction. The government plans to ...

This detailed look at wooden structure construction showcases each phase of the process—from framing and measuring to cutting, assembling, and securing joints. Whether it's a shed, small cabin, or ...

Woefully underinsured, an Altadena retiree ponders building a tiny house at the back of his yard to replace the three-bedroom home he lost in the January firestorms. His insurance would pay, at most, ...

From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know! The School District of Philadelphia is approaching the final stage of its planning ...

Mayor Bruce Harrell wants to streamline Seattle’s process for new construction by consolidating the city’s various design review boards and limiting scrutiny of new projects to more objective metrics ...

In the first months of his administration, President Donald Trump repeatedly threatened due process, a fundamental principle enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. His attacks have spanned from the ...

Steel has long anchored modern construction, but its environmental toll is staggering: producing a single ton emits nearly two tons of CO 2. Steel is also complex to manage in construction processes, ...