Why we are inspired by imagery of flowers – “weeds” – growing in concrete and asphalt cracks. It’s the way of nature, but it also

Do guys on an asphalt trucks make pavement maintenance decisions? Nope.  Safe and smooth roads benefit from extensive national data collection and analysis. With literally

The fight to get road space for cyclists began with building pavement outside of cities. More recently, designated bike lanes prove to be safest. Bicycling

A driveway project might seem like buying a commodity, i.e., one paver is the same as the next. But often a lower price means lower

It’s not possible to say one type of pavement (or pavers) is better for the environment than others. The pros and cons of the choices

A basic concrete driveway, properly built, does not require permitting. That is, unless conditions of the site are “normal” – and “normal” is far from

Rock and Roll is the foundation of American music. But song lyrics and titles using “concrete” often speak to human vulnerabilities that are soft as

It’s about more than good looks: Interlocking pavers cost a little more at installation, but can easily add up to savings and a home value

Sealants and power washing of a brick paver driveway, sidewalk, or patio are recommended. But those things are about beauty more than function. Brick pavers

The plans for a cooler, smarter system of streets and trees, is about balancing natural and human forces. Mistakes were made in the past, now