Precast concrete is pushing the envelope of building design further and further every year. Gone are the days when precast was only considered for plain, square-shaped buildings. Now, it can be made into many unique shapes and finishes.
In Australia, there are 5 really impressive buildings made from precast concrete. In an article on Australian site, InfoLink, these 5 buildings are featured and reviewed. Each one is special and different in a big way. There’s the lake home with a solar panel roof, the skyscraper with a unique shape, and the campus building with an interesting geometry.
According to the article,
Precast concrete is furthermore a highly versatile product, as the use of moulds coupled with specialised manufacturing and high tech materials have allowed architects to design and specify different shapes and forms of precast concrete, often with varying colours, patterns and textures. The way the material is produced also makes sharp detailing and, if desired, more intricate finishes possible.
To see all of the showcased buildings, find the full article on InfoLink.
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