A look at a concrete mansion that’s "fortress-like" by Anako Architecture and a "bare house" created by architect Jacobs-Yaniv Architects.
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Concrete design and artistry from east to west
A glance around the globe reveals interesting concrete design interpretations with concrete as the medium. A couple of eye-catching entries
Small grinders can do the job too: the WerkMaster Scarab handheld grinder at work
TJ Neil: Techniques in Concrete Sculpture
TJ Neil has been creating stunning concrete sculptures for nearly 40 years. These sculptures showcase his expertise in transforming concrete into vibrant and unique works of art. With a background as a concrete contractor, ironworker, and plasterer, TJ has developed a distinct artistic style. His style blends technical skill with […]
Restoring Color to a Stamped Concrete Patio
This video shows how to quickly restore color to a stamped and stained decorative concrete backyard patio using products from NewLook International. For more information about the products used in this project you can visit the NewLook Web site.
Sustainable design road — permeable paving on Berkley Street
It shouldn’t come as a total shock that a roadway surface constructed of permeable concrete materials would be designed and built in one of the country’s most progressive, environmentally conscious cities.
How To Make Your Concrete Sparkle
Sparkle Grain is a way to expose brilliant sparkle on surfaces that look like a sea of diamonds when sunlight or streetlights hit it.
Memories of Bob Harris II
Bob Harris II, our featured contractor in the Feb/March 2002 issue of Concrete Decor, died of a stroke on May 24th at the age of 67. Harris was a lifetime devotee of concrete construction who owned his own company in California for many years. He passed on his enthusiasm to […]
Publisher’s Letter January 2018
2018 kicks off Concrete Decor’s 18th year. Wow, how time flies!
How to Safely Clean and Restore Modern Hard Surfaces
Pressure or power washing has traditionally been used as the standard to clean and maintain exterior hard surfaces or hardscaping. This cleaning process has rendered acceptable results for years because the standard surface to be cleaned was a basic flat concrete finish without color.
