Swiss engineers have developed a construction technique that could change how buildings are designed and built. It’s called a “Smart Slab:” A mixture of concrete, rebar, and carbon fiber that form a ...
Q: We have moved into a fantastic high-rise condominium, but we have a problem: The ceilings are concrete and we just have one junction box in the main room. How do we do anything beyond track? A: ...
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3 tips for designing a unique ceiling

It often goes unnoticed yet holds extraordinary significance: the ceiling! Alongside flooring, walls, furniture, and lighting ...
Q: I’m dealing with a concrete ceiling in a condominium. If I use LED recessed lighting, do I still have to drop a 6-inch soffit? Someone told me that LED cans take up less space than traditional ...
“The most consistently depressing thing in U.S. buildings, almost without exception, is the ceilings.” Mike Taylor doesn't mean any offense by his blunt observation. It's just that the British ...
Our kitchen ceiling ideas can help you establish a stand out design for this central hub of the home. When planning out a scheme for a room, the ceiling is generally not considered in the design, ...
Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Ceiling design has come a ...
While the Gypsum board ceiling is quite expensive as compared to a concrete ceiling, it will give your house an executive look. File photo Concrete ceilings have become a common trend. While they make ...