For Construction Pros

Beyond the Surface: How Decorative Concrete Is Redefining Design in 2026

As we look ahead to 2026, decorative concrete is entering a new era — driven by smarter materials, rising design expectations ...
BGR

Researchers Found A Simple Way To Make Concrete 560% Stronger

Scientists have created hollow concrete that is 5.6 times stronger than regular concrete. The new design is based on the human femur, which features a honeycomb-like design, making it more resilient ...
Nature

We use 30 billion tonnes of concrete each year — here’s how to make it sustainable

Jianzhuang Xiao is a professor of recycled concrete materials and structures at Tongji University, Shanghai, China, and a vice-president at Guangxi University, Nanning, China. Zongjin Li is a ...
Fast Company

Adding coffee grounds to concrete makes it 30% stronger

Every year, the world’s coffee drinkers throw out as much as 60 million tons of coffee grounds—and when they end up in landfills, coffee grounds release methane, a potent greenhouse gas. But ...
For Construction Pros

5 Ways Modern Concrete Creates A Sleek & Stylish Look

Due to its practical nature, concrete has been used extensively in outdoor open spaces for patios, driveways, sidewalks, etc. More recently, concrete has made a return as an essential component of ...