Building Bold and Sustainable: A Talk with James O’Callaghan

James O’Callaghan, the co-founder of Eckersley O’Callaghan, is widely regarded as a leading pioneer in structural glass.  More recently, he has been crucial in designing the world’s tallest hybrid timber building: the Atlassian Tower in Sydney. Ahead of his keynote at the Nordic Facade Forum 2025 in Helsinki, I had the pleasure of sitting down […]

Helitech Named a 2024 Top Workplaces USA Winner

Helitech, a family-owned and operated leader in waterproofing and foundation repair throughout Illinois, Missouri, Eastern Iowa, and Western Kentucky, is proud to announce it has been named a 2024 Top Workplaces USA winner. Top Workplaces USA celebrates organizations with 150 or more employees that have built outstanding cultures. Over 42,000 organizations were invited to participate […]

How Waterproofing Improves Safety in Commercial Basements

When it comes to operating a safe commercial property, effective exterior basement waterproofing should be a top priority. Failure to properly seal the exterior basement walls against moisture infiltration poses significant risks, including structural defects, mold growth, respiratory hazards, slip and fall injuries, electrical fires, and impediments to emergency access. Utilizing professional exterior basement waterproofing […]