For a Smooth-Form Finish, ACI 301-05 did not allow form-facing materials with raised grain, torn surfaces, worn edges, dents or other defects that would impair the texture of the concrete surface.

Loria foresees putting some of that CO 2 back into concrete and cement to make more sustainable materials for construction ...

The resurgence of concrete in contemporary design is about harnessing the material’s expressive power. By integrating natural light, open spaces, and softer textures, modern brutalist-inspired ...