Our little house project involves a lot of concrete. How much is a lot? Well I think I heard an actual number of yards at some point, but it gave me a mild panic attack and I’ve now blocked t…

A pro shows you how to build strong concrete forms, place a solid slab and trowel a smooth finish

Without sounding like a broken record–or iPod–we have a lot of board formed concrete in our project. If you’re new to reading this blog and want a description of what I’m ta…

Completed in 2019 in L'Escala, Spain. Images by Adrià Goula. The Casa S2 has been designed as a summer residence for a couple with two children. It is a detached construction limited to one floor in compliance...

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Both rough and refined, board-formed concrete plays an important role in architecturally significant buildings and residential interiors. It can warm up st

With forward-thinking design minds at the helm, this singular home is an eclectic mashup of ancient building techniques and modern materials.

These panels are inspired from an old construction method using wood planks to construct concrete forms, that left a wood grain impression once the forms were stripped away. These thin concrete panels provide the flex...

Without sounding like a broken record–or iPod–we have a lot of board formed concrete in our project. If you’re new to reading this blog and want a description of what I’m ta…

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Insulated Concrete Forms ICFs for Amazing Buildings: Photo of construction details for durable, resilient and sustainable homes and other buildings

Insulated Concrete Forms ICFs for Amazing Buildings: Photo of construction details for durable, resilient and sustainable homes and other buildings

Without sounding like a broken record–or iPod–we have a lot of board formed concrete in our project. If you’re new to reading this blog and want a description of what I’m ta…

Thanks to its natural color, concrete also serves as a wonderful “blank canvas” for landscaping. Tagged: Outdoor, Trees, Gardens, Walkways, Garden, Grass, Shrubs, Flowers, and Side Yard. Photo 10 of 10 in Sustainable Retirement Home in Tune with California Landscape.

Insulated Concrete Forms ICFs for Amazing Buildings: Photo of construction details for durable, resilient and sustainable homes and other buildings

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I am confident that I am able to form and pour a small concrete pathway or patio without too much concern. Accurately placing nearly eleven cubic yards of concrete, however, is a rather daunting p…

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Fuente: Archinect Fotografía: Christian Richter The Dutch Embassy in Mozambique is located on the edge of Maputo’s town centre, close to the sea. The building sits on the edge of the gently sloping rectangular site to create space for a shaded courtyard. The building faces South - which is the cooler side in the southern hemisphere Fuente: Archinect Fotografía: Christian Richter The Dutch Embassy in Mozambique is located on the edge of Maputo’s town centre, close to the sea. The building sits on the edge of the gently sloping rectangular site to create space for a shaded courtyard. The building faces South - which is the cooler side in the southern hemisphere

So what exactly is "board formed concrete" and how do you get it to look its very best? You're in luck because I've got the answers to those questions.

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Pouring a concrete slab on top of a thick layer of rigid foam is an effective way to create a super-insulated foundation.

Completed in 2011 in Constance, Germany. Images by Ioana Marinescu.

Insulated Concrete Forms ICFs for Amazing Buildings: Photo of construction details for durable, resilient and sustainable homes and other buildings