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From the Ashes: How Bad Design Leads to Bigger Bonfires
This article explores the deadly consequences of ignoring fire safety principles — and how to rise from the ashes with smarter design.

Pavlo Lapikov
5 days ago3 min read
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The Lost Art of Fire Codes: How to Make Them More Than Just Bureaucratic Poetry
Crack open a fire code and you might think Shakespeare moonlighted as an engineer — with footnotes. But beneath the bureaucratic poetry lies a battlefield manual, written in the ashes of past tragedies. In this bold, unflinching piece, Pavlo Lapikov challenges us to stop treating fire codes as paperwork and start seeing them as the life-saving blueprints they truly are. Because when fire comes knocking, the code is your only script — and survival depends on how well you’ve me

Pavlo Lapikov
Jun 123 min read
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Why “Good Enough” in Fire Safety Design is a Disaster Waiting to Happen
A witty warning about the dangers of settling for “good enough” in fire safety design. Discover why shortcuts in fire protection often lead straight to catastrophe.

Pavlo Lapikov
Jun 32 min read
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The Great Escape: Designing Fire Exits That Actually Save Lives
Explore the humorous and hard-hitting truth behind fire exit design. Learn why exits matter more than aesthetics in saving lives.

Pavlo Lapikov
May 282 min read
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Architects vs. Fire Inspectors: The Eternal Tug of War
Discover the witty clash between architects and fire inspectors through the lens of fire safety design. A timeless battle of vision vs. regulation.

Pavlo Lapikov
May 202 min read
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When Walls Betray: The Hidden Flaws in Fire-Resistant Materials
Not all walls are created equal. Fire safety expert Pavlo Lapikov exposes the hidden dangers behind so-called fire-resistant materials — with a little wit and wisdom.

Pavlo Lapikov
May 132 min read
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Designing a Fireproof Future: Are We Too Late to Get It Right?
Is our future fireproof—or are we just patching holes in a burning ship? Pavlo Lapikov dives into the fire safety design dilemma with wit, wisdom, and a spark of truth.

Pavlo Lapikov
May 62 min read
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Fireproof or Foolproof? The Lies We Tell Ourselves About Fire Safety
• Explore the dangerous misconceptions about fire safety with Pavlo Lapikov, who reveals critical truths that could save your life and your home.

Pavlo Lapikov
Apr 84 min read
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The Swiss Army Hose: Why Firefighting Tools Should Be Smarter, Not Just Shinier
Pavlo Lapikov advocates for smarter, safer firefighting gear, highlighting essential upgrades that combine innovation with practicality to save lives.

Pavlo Lapikov
Apr 13 min read
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The Fine Line Between Fear and Fire Safety Ads
Discover how fire safety ads balance fear and action.

Pavlo Lapikov
Mar 254 min read
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Blueprints of Salvation: Designing Fire Safety from the Ground Up
Explore Blueprints of Salvation by Pavlo Lapikov, a sharp and insightful guide on integrating fire safety into building design from inception. Learn how strategic choices in materials, emergency planning, and alarm systems can protect lives and property, ensuring your building doesn’t become tomorrow’s tragic headline.

Pavlo Lapikov
Mar 194 min read
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