Balancing Beauty and Function in Architecture

03/11/2021 22 min Episodio 8
Balancing Beauty and Function in Architecture

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Discussion Points: [1:35] Resurfacing a balcony with carpeting, or other material can break building codes and become unsafe. [8:15] Surface coatings such as aggregate, can protect concrete balconies as well as provide comfort. [9:30] General rules for creating a safe and conscious garden on a balcony. [12:52] Seal coating pavement with cracks is not a sustainable repair solution. [14:30] Brick buildings are beautiful but do not let destructive ivy grow on them. [18:00] Painting brick causes more water intrusion problems than it solves.  Resources: ETC WebsiteListen to more Behind the Masonry Wall Podcast Episodes