Articles by Mark Fowler

Why do our solutions often create more problems? In construction, healthcare, and beyond, complexity has become the default—but at what cost?

How tariffs impact trade with Canada, labor shortages, and the bigger economic picture.

Access doors serve practical and life-saving purposes when understood in context.

Proper Window Flashing Is Essential for Preventing Water Intrusion. While Various Methods Exist, Following Industry Standards and Keeping the Process Simple Helps Ensure Durability, Reduce Installation Errors, and Minimize Construction Risks.

The wildfires that happened in Los Angeles decimated communities—but this one was different.

The SMA releases best practices document for wildland-urban interface.

How do best practices differ from industry standards?

How have we gotten to an ASTM standard for stucco?

How should you pay your workers?

Some people look down on blue-collar workers yet also try to be part of the group.