Architectural Insitu Concrete

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David Bennett

Format: Book
Pages: 240
Publisher: RIBA Publishing
Date Published: Oct 2007
Stock Code: 61854
ISBN: 9781859462591
Binding: Paperback

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The use of concrete as an architectural and structural material has gone through many changes and evolutions over the years, but probably never more so than over the past decade.

This book provides the reader with in-depth technical guidance and practical information on the mechanics and fundamentals of how to achieve a fine concrete finish. It examines the techniques of concrete compaction and placement; the surface treatment of cast concrete to prevent dirt ingress and staining; the detailing of panel layouts; and offers general tips on good practice and concrete workmanship. The importance of colour control, surface appearance and definition is discussed in detail, with commentary on how concrete is produced and the properties and performance of formwork materials.

Architectural Insitu Concrete contains a large number of landmark case studies, all lavishly illustrated, to give the designer insight, inspiration and understanding on the selection and specification of concrete for architectural uses.

About the Author

David Bennett

David Bennett BSc, MSc, CEng, MICE is a consultant, author and lecturer on the use and application of all forms of insitu and precast architectural concrete. He runs CPDs and Short Courses on Architectural Concrete, advises architects and contractors on fine concrete finishes and specification writing and, since drafting the new book Sustainable Concrete Architecture (published by RIBA Publishing); he can advise professionals on how to audit all the C02 emissions in the construction of a building.

He has a keen interest in innovation and new technology and is the author of a number of published books which include Skyscraper by Arum Press, The Architecture of Bridge Design and Concrete Innovations published by Thomas Telford; Exploring Concrete Architecture and The Art of Precast Concrete published by Birkhauser; Architectural Insitu Concrete and the series Concrete Elegance published by RIBA Publishing.

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