"The history of man is the history of his architecture, and the history of architecture is the history of masonry."

Christine Beall, AlA. -Masonry Design and Detailing For Architects, Engineers and Builders

A SOLID FOUNDATION... THE BEGINNING

The course of masonry’s history transcends back in time to civilizations. Man’s creative genius transformed sand and stone structures to safeguard their families and possessions from their enemies. Solid, dependable walls, towers, bridges and roads employing masonry evolved. Later, designs incorporated practical and ornate arches and domes. Not only did the product receive acclaim, but communities highly regarded masons for their skilled hands and craft in shaping cathedrals and other buildings of social and religious significance.

Time and ingenuity advanced masonry. Machines began to replace manual production of masonry units. Product ingredients became more consistent, creating stronger, more durable concrete masonry units.

Color started to appear. Textures were created. Unit sizes evolved. Masonry staked its claim as a primary building source because of its structural integrity, permanence and beauty. With every generation through every century, masonry has become increasingly appreciated as the building product of choice.

Masonry has outlived its people but not its purpose!