Concrete Can't Lie
July 13, 2010
Concrete wears it’s heart on it’s sleeve. It can’t hide it’s feelings or it’s past. One of the reasons I love concrete is this history. I know where every little mark or colouration came from in a project. I think it’s interesting that a project carries the artifacts of the form and polishing process. That’s what makes concrete hand made and unique.
A common artifact you will see in exterior architectural concrete is wood grain. This is a side effect of being formed with rough grade wood and I think it looks beautiful. I have done a few projects that have incorporated wood grain.
As a teaser I will show you a tiny piece of a project (not my own) which is kind of an Edmonton landmark (or at least very close to a landmark). I am currently writing a full article just on this piece but here is a pictorial taste. Anyone know where in Edmonton Alberta this concrete art is from?
Add the first comment...