Engineered Floor Joists - offer greater design potential with increased structural integrity. There are I-JOISTS, which are composed of flanges that are either LVL (laminated-veneer lumber) or solid lumber, or stand lumber, and webs that are made of  OSB (oriented strand board).

For more information on the FLOOR TRUSS, go to:

• Georgia-Pacific
• Trim Fit has a joist product called SpaceJoist
• Universal Forest Products
• Accent Truss offer a selection of roof trusses
• Structural Building Components Association 

Haener Block offers the mortarless method in laying concrete masonry units.

Galvacore offers a new approach to framing

Lumber Takeoff a professional estimator can save you money!

Enviro Building Sytems - one of the many interesting products seen at the International Builder's Show 

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Omni Builders - a New Orleans custom home builder

New Design Studios will soon be introducing SQ3.com which will show how it uses 3D to inform its customers.    

New Design Studios looks outside in order to complete the home's appearance and capturing the full enjoyment of your dream home.