Many new libraries are being designed with exposed glued laminated (glulam) timbers to provide warm aesthetics. The timber also helps avoid an "industrial looking" interior. Many new libraries are ...

Industrial buildings are among the best examples of Louis Sullivan's famous phrase "form follows function." Generally, they are functional, efficient buildings, quick to build and unornamented. That ...

Although some historic downtown churches are closing, new church construction is increasing across the United States. Exposed glued laminated trusses and beams are an increasingly popular choice for ...