Northwest Concrete Masonry Association

01/15/2026

01/08/2026

From a classic running bond to abstract designs, CMU offers endless variety when combined with finishes, color, and shapes.

12/23/2025

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12/09/2025

Hawaiian architecture firm has pioneered a new approach to sustainability by incorporating surf board waste into concrete masonry units. After a string of devastating floods and fires, it was apparent that current building methods weren't holding up so they addressed several issues at once.

Made with durable Portland cement and polystyrene that would otherwise be bound for landfills, the blocks have shown themselves to be a durable building product with the environment in mind.
Read more:
https://www.civilbeat.org/2025/03/riding-a-wave-surfboard-waste-turned-into-building-blocks-for-new-homes/