Title:
Concrete In Architectural Service
Author(s):
Leopold Arnaud
Publication:
Journal Proceedings
Volume:
35
Issue:
4
Appears on pages(s):
355-358
Keywords:
none
DOI:
10.14359/8496
Date:
4/1/1939
Abstract:
Unrestricted by requirements of standardization, concrete is adaptable as field-fabricated material or as shop-fabricated units. Its nonmodular qualitiesmake it eminently suited to contemporary building methods and design. It is an active agent in thechanging form of architecture. There should be a moderation of the exaggerated requirements of our building laws to reduce cost and massiveness and in-crease flexibility of design. The chief problem IS with finishes - texture and color. What can be done to remedy the deficiency of an extra operation for aesthetic effect. Needed improvements are: good integral texture, nonfading color, capable of accurate control end good weatherability.