A look at the stair-building process and the details that help keep the work code-compliant. Focused on practical construction, careful measurements, and solid craftsmanship. What details matter most?

For decades, it has been an axiom of construction: To reduce the danger from fire, a multifamily apartment building needs two stairwells. But a growing body of evidence is sparking a hot debate over ...

States and cities are debating building code changes—like single-stair apartments and relaxed electrical/fire rules—to reduce ...