Insulated Core Form is a system of formwork for reinforced concrete made with rigid thermal insulation that stays in place as a permanent interior and exterior substrate for walls, floors, and roofs. The forms are interlocking modular units that are dry-stacked and filled with concrete. The units lock together and create a form for structural walls or floors. ICF construction has been used for both low-rise commercial and high-end residential construction as more stringent energy efficiency and natural disaster-resistant building codes are adopted.

A foundation system that includes temporary, sacrificial forms—usually made from biodegradable materials like cardboard—that create a gap or “void” between the foundation and underlying soil. This approach is often used in areas with expansive or reactive soils, which can shift, swell, or shrink due to moisture changes.

MKM has designed numerous projects with helical anchors. Emphasis is given to on-site testing of anchors to determine realistic capacities. We work with the anchor installers and geotechnical engineers to correlate testing and project design capacities.

MKM has designed a number of projects utilizing center core strengthening of unreinforced masonry construction. This is often determined to be the more economical approach.

MKM is familiar with cross-laminated timber (CLT) and massive plywood panel (MPP) construction. This newer technology is becoming more prevalent in construction industries.

MKM serves as a trusted consultant for BAMCORE, a cutting-edge construction technology using bamboo-composite skins for sustainable, high-performance building. With experience engineering multiple projects, our team is actively engaged in advancing this eco-friendly innovation through ongoing research and development, ensuring resilient and environmentally conscious structures.