ICF construction

ICF Construction: An Introductory Guide to ICFs for Designers and Architects

June 14, 2022Design, Featured

For architects who need to design energy-efficient structures without changing their typical design processes, insulated concrete forms (ICFs) offer the ideal combination of insulating power, design and aesthetic versatility, and ease of installation. An insulated concrete form is comprised of two layers of EPS filled with concrete and supported with rebar, and it is used…Read more

ICF Installer Testimonial

May 20, 2022ICF Projects, Video

Kris Wudtke from Portal Construction talks about his experience working with insulated concrete forms (ICFs). Click here to watch the video.

ICF Home Survives Hurricane Michael

July 24, 2019Design, Featured, ICF Projects

The “Sand Palace” a model of resilient architecture It was easily the most noticeable house on the oceanfront of Mexico Beach, Florida…simply because it was still standing. On October 10, 2018, Mexico Beach was flattened by Hurricane Michael and amongst the devastating destruction, one home stood upright on stilts above all the apocalyptic destruction, appearing…Read more