Civil engineering plays a vital role in the development of our communities and our country as a whole. It is not a modern endeavor, though. In fact, civil engineering is such an ancient practice that it is difficult to determine exactly when groups of people began employing it on a large scale. It could be […]

Employees and business owners spend a substantial number of hours in commercial building workstations. Therefore, it is vital that the building and the environs fit their needs, offer visual appeal and comfort, and create a friendly environment.  Designing commercial buildings is a challenging task that needs a lot of thought and consideration. Thus, collaborating with […]

Concrete is a ubiquitous building material used in infrastructure, buildings and artwork. As such, most people have at least a basic understanding of what the material is and how it’s formed. However, there is a common misunderstanding that concrete eventually dries, which isn’t technically true. Here’s a quick overview of the composition of concrete and […]

One common question that arises among our clients who are in need of paving or concrete work is: What’s the difference between concrete mix and mortar mix—or the difference between cement and concrete? There is a tendency among people who are unfamiliar with the field to use some of these terms interchangeably, when they actually […]

Idaho civil engineers have a duty to respond to climate change. Civil engineers work in the natural environment, and the structures and features they build exist in the environment. Now and in the future, the design of structures needs to adapt to the impacts of a changing climate. Here’s how low-carbon engineering can help Idaho […]