Concrete Thin Brick Facades

This program is sponsored by High Concrete Group. All participants will be entered into a raffle for “dinner for 2.” Please bring your business card to participate in the raffle.

The use of clay product-faced precast concrete has evolved since the early 1960s into the designer’s choice for unlimited architectural expression across building typologies. Design freedom combined with the strength, versatility, and economy of precast concrete can deliver projects on accelerated timelines with offsite fabrication techniques.

Due to industry advancements, the types of materials that can be embedded in precast concrete include but are not limited to brick, ceramic tile, porcelain, and architectural terra cotta. These clay product facings may cover the exposed panel surface entirely or only part of the concrete face, creating accents.

Participants attending this program will explore the aesthetic options available by incorporating thin brick in building enclosure precast systems, technical resources available when designing thin brick in precast panels, as well as the hazard protection and resiliency of the material. Numerous case studies and regional projects will also be discussed.

Lunch is included. Registration is required in order to attend.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe methods to achieve color, form, and texture.
• Review embedded clay product resources, manufacturing processes, and technical
  specifications.
• Explore techniques to optimize precast panel layouts.
• Discuss precast concrete erection procedures and transportation considerations.
• Review projects that deliver multihazard protection, achieve sustainability benefits, provide
  indoor occupant comfort, and other attributes important to building enclosure design.

2.0 AIA LU | HSW
Up to 2.0 PDH