Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey signed an executive order Thursday to study the idea of allowing single-stair construction for certain residential buildings higher than three stories. Currently, state ...

State building code now requires two staircases in buildings of a certain size. The new rule would drop it to one.

Fire safety in residential properties is not merely a rule or requirement, but rather a protective measure in the context of human life and property. The building codes of India specifically stipulate ...

By rethinking the building code and allowing single-stair apartment buildings, the city made small-lot, mid-rise apartments ...

Fire safety regulators were asked to study whether mid-rise apartments can go with a single staircase. They’re more than a ...

California’s fire safety regulators are more than a month late with a study on mid-rise apartments and staircases.

Why must fire protection begin in schematic design, and what happens when it does not? The HelloNation feature "Why Fire Protection Must Begin in Schematic Design," featuring Building Expert Jeff ...

This 1,315-square-foot home blends modern and traditional styles for a truly curated look. The home features a double-height ...

San Siro Stadium in Milan, Italy, is set to host the Olympic Opening Ceremony before being demolished for a modern ...

You may be like most folks. I’m guessing you give very little thought to the stairs you go up and down on a regular basis. They might be constructed from wood, steel, or concrete. The vast majority of ...

You are stranded in the middle of the forest, and there are enemies all around. You need to get a shelter built fast. Of course, eventually you will want to upgrade ...