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This section
of the
C & CI website is aimed specifically at the architectural
profession. Use this section to:
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explore the joy of concrete buildings around the world
- obtain
advice on the use and finishes of architectural concrete
- communicate with us regarding
assistance we can offer in concrete construction
Ideally we
would
like to promote South African concrete architecture, but obviously
there is some great work around the world, please use our site
regularly as a conduit for universal architectural stimulation.
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Arch. Student Design
Competiton
DEADLINE:
 22
SEPTEMBER 2009
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Student Arch
Short Film Competiton
DEADLINE: 14 MAY 2009
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Architectural
"pic" of the month
The 5 Green Star
Rated,
Meridian Building in Wellington, New Zealand Creative.
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"Concrete is....liquid
stone; the most revolutionary building material with a future made by
man."
Armin D Rogall,
Professor of Architecture, Dortmund University
opus C, 2.2008
"Concrete is a true
structural material that represents its own time. When constructed and
maintained properly, nothing can surpass concrete".
Tadao
Ando, Architect
CQ Autumn 2006
"What fascinates me
about concrete as a building material is the many different
possibilities to shape and design it and its enormous load
bearing capacity."
Armin D Rogall,
Professor of Architecture, Dortmund University
opus C, 2.2008
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A word from our
Architect
Join
us on Design Mind a networking service that makes it quick and easy for
design
and specification professionals and the built industry to collaborate,
share
opinions, communicate and distribute information.
Click here to see more: 
Not everyone gets a
chance to read our magazine "Concrete Trends". Following our huge
success with Architectural designs featured in this magazine, it was
decided to showcase the following articles.
Daniel van der Merwe
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Eglise Saint-Nicolas
Roman Catholic
Hérémence, Canton Valais
Switzerland
In 1961 it was
decided that the church from 1770, weakened over time and
by an earthquake in 1946, would have to be replaced. After the old
church was
demolished in 1967, construction began in 1968 for a new church, built
entirely
of concrete. It was dedicated in 1971 and its unusual architecture
attracts
many visitors.
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An Archi-Sculpture in
Concrete
“Architecture is the
masterly, correct and magnificent play of volumes brought together in
light” Le
Corbusie
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The Cement and Concrete Institute runs
courses on concrete technology. We also have courses ideally suited for
architects, and we have CPD accredited presentations, specifically for
architects, which can be presented anywhere in the country. For more
information on any of these, please contact Daniel van der Merwe.
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Our quarterly magazine, Concrete Trends, contains several
articles of interest to architects, so please let us know if you would
like to receive a copy.
Additionally, we’d like to emerge from cyberspace and meet through
Seminars and lectures.
Please have a look at our database and check your details. If you are
happy to receive occasional information, please would you update your
details with Daniel van der Merwe on daniel.vandermerwe@cnci.org.za
We are mindful of your privacy and will only communicate if we think it
is constructive.
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Following the huge success of the Living
Concrete Architectural fill series flighted on the Home Channel a DVD
featuring all the episodes has been compiled. Be inspired by this
DVD to further explore the creative design potential of concrete, the
unique building material. To request your free copy of this DVD
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The benefits
of using concrete give the architect the ideal material to add value to
any design. In the meantime please explore the technical aids that are
available on the rest of our website, particularly amongst the Concrete Photofile and Free Publications, and also the following
internet links:
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The C&CI Information Centre houses a wealth
of books, DVDs, reference material and articles on all aspects of
cement and concrete. Material dealing primarily with concrete architecture are available and the
collection is constantly growing, ensuring that the most recently
published references are in stock. The material is available free on loan to architects
and the general public.
We also subscribe to a number of architectural
journals which can be read when visiting our Information Centre
in Midrand. These journals include:
Architecture
Australia
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Architect
& Builder (SA)
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Architectural
Review (UK)
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A&U
(Japan)
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Betonart
(Turkey)
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Detail
(Germany)
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L'Industria
Italiana del Cemento (Italy)
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Leading
Architecture and Design (SA)
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Opus
C (Germany)
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Concrete
Décor (USA)
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Concrete
Homes (USA)
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Concrete
Landscape Design (USA)
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Designing
Ways (SA)
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DWELL
(USA)
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Visi
(SA)
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Click HERE to request more information
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