This project, developed by ArtsQuest and designed by MKSD architects, reflects both a respect for the past and a vision for the future; a future where arts, education and architecture intersect in meaningful ways.
Designed by BHM Architects, the new C.W. Williams Community Health Center uses Echelon Masonry’s Aria Slim masonry in Ground Face Granite and Texture Face Alabaster to deliver a design that balances a modern aesthetic with quiet resilience, living up to the center’s role as a pillar of the community.
The plan is built on strategic investments across six pillars: design assistance, educating design professionals, concrete masonry outreach, marketing, codes and standards, and university relations
July 16, 2025
The Concrete Masonry Checkoff (CMC) put the finishing touches on an ambitious five-year vision for the industry, targeting a 20% increase in market share, driven by increased demand for concrete masonry products.
Block Design Collective is a visionary design assistance program supported by the Concrete Masonry Checkoff, where architects and engineers can access complimentary CMU design services
July 9, 2025
Lauren Kennedy is the latest addition to the growing Block Design Collective.
The building offers a sustainable LEED Silver-certified example for modern, mixed-use office buildings
July 9, 2025
Designed by Axiom Architecture, the structure's exterior balances glass, metal and masonry in a sleek, modern style defined by transparent columns and horizontal bands created with EFCO fenestration and framing products.
Located in the entertainment district of Spokane, Washington, ONE Spokane Stadium is a beacon of community, sport, and culture
May 30, 2025
Spearheaded by ALSC Architects, the stadium was designed to unify not only multiple facilities and stakeholders, but also the broader Spokane community.
IsoRED MAX WF by OX Engineered Products is a white facer polyiso insulation sheathing that boosts aesthetics and thermal performance of concrete and masonry walls, prominently used for warehouses and distribution centers.
Block Design Collective is a destination where architects and engineers can access free CMU project support and design assistance
April 18, 2025
The Concrete Masonry Checkoff has issued a request for proposal seeking qualified design professionals and firms for its Block Design Collective, a destination where architects and engineers can access free CMU project support and design assistance.
Each region poses unique design challenges and climate considerations for builders. These directors will lead the assembly and activation of their localized team of design experts, ensuring individuals receive timely, tailored support.