Marvelous Masonry: Sultan Abdul Samad Mansion
January 2026

Rising above the bustling heart of Kuala Lumpur, the Sultan Abdul Samad Mansion stands as a masterclass in 19th-century masonry, continuing to inspire, challenge, and educate masonry and construction professionals. Built in 1897, the structure blends Indo

Marvelous Masonry: The Sanctuary of Las Lajas
October 2025

The Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of Las Lajas, located in the Guáitara River canyon near Ipiales, Colombia, could be considered one of the most technically demanding masonry projects of the 20th century. Constructed against sheer canyon walls

Marvelous Masonry: Inveraray Castle
September 2025

Inveraray Castle, one of Scotland’s most iconic Gothic Revival structures, rises from the banks of Loch Fyne like a monument to stonework itself. For masonry contractors and material suppliers, the castle serves as a working model of 18th-century craftsma

Marvelous Masonry: Belém Tower
July 2025

The Belém Tower in Lisbon, Portugal, stands as a testament to stone construction's enduring artistry and technical prowess. Erected between 1514 and 1519, this iconic structure served as a defensive bastion at the mouth of the Tagus River and as a ceremon