Concrete and Masonry

Comfortable quarters for a family of five on a postage-stamp lot in Houston, but for only $70 per square footby Carlos Ulloa

A simple palette of natural materials complements a comfortable home in a dramatic settingby Karen Tanaka

Cementitious backerboard speeds up the job, but start with a subfloor that is firm and flatby Dennis Hourany

These time-saving tips make short work of setting sills, posts and girdersby Larry Haun

Basic tools produce a quartzite surface that's easy on the toesby Paul Holloway

How a New Mexico pro lays a brick floor without mortar or string linesby Douglas Ring

The mason's craft is easier when the bricks are laid on a horizontal surfaceby Bob Syvanen