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When Did Halloween Change?
Halloween used to be about vandalism, pranks and hooliganism, not children, candy and costumes. Americans invented trick-or-treating during World War II, changing this story. Halloween traditionally celebrated mischief rather than costumes or treats, embracing its...
The Unique Architectural Style of the Sagrada Familia
Welcome to Our NEW Blog Series - WHAT THE FACT? The architectural styles of Art Nouveau, Catalan Modernism (Modernista), and Spanish Late Gothic are all beautifully combined in the Sagrada Familia[1][2]. The project was modified by Antoni Gaudí's unique vision, which...
Building Codes: Why They Rate a ‘D-‘
Building codes are often touted as the standard for construction, but in reality, they represent the bare minimum requirements for safety and functionality. Here's why building codes barely deserve a passing grade and shouldn't be considered the highest standard in...
What Codes Does the International Code Council Provide for Use?
Image from the International Code Council The International Code Council (ICC) is responsible for the publication of a diverse collection of model codes that are referred to as the International Codes or I-Codes. The International Building rules (I-Codes) are the most...
Unveiling the Secrets of the Holy See: 7 Fascinating Facts About Vatican City
Welcome to Our NEW Blog Series - WHAT THE FACT? In this series we will explore unique and interesting structures and architectural wonders of the world. Come on a journey with us and learn interesting facts about world architecture! In our first post today we look at...
Do You Know Your Fire Suppression Systems?
Fire suppression systems are necessary to safeguard people and property from the life-threatening and property-damaging consequences of flames. There is a wide variety of alternatives available for them, ranging from conventional sprinklers to more innovative ones...
Is An Opening in a Fire Wall Automatically a Horizontal Exit?
No, an opening in a fire wall is not automatically considered a horizontal exit per the 2012 (or the 2021) International Building Code (IBC), nor the 2014 Indiana Building Code (2012 International Building Code with 2014 Indiana Amendments). The code distinguishes...