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This residence was completely reimagined and rebuilt from the ground up by the designer. Its construction blends the warmth of wood with the strength of concrete, forming a unique “hybrid” structure that feels both grounded and inviting. Light and texture play across the surfaces, highlighting the craftsmanship and the careful balance between function and form. The result is a home …
The designer and their team were asked to bring a fresh perspective to this otherwise traditional, high-rise condominium remodel located in the heart of downtown San Francisco. The main goal of the project was to combine two units into one view-studded home. Areas redesigned included the entry foyer, kitchen, bath, and the creation of a new master wing with bedroom, …
Keelin Kennedy www.barefootdesign.com
The designer created this custom concrete bathroom as part of a 4,000-plus square-foot San Francisco penthouse. The design-build for the entire project began with only an architectural shell and focused on shaping intimate, human-scale spaces within a grand footprint. This home is a complete study in materials, texture, and construction. Beautiful cityscape views frame large, open spaces, while unique and …
As part of a 4,000-plus square-foot San Francisco penthouse, this custom concrete fireplace was conceived not just as a source of warmth, but as a commanding architectural presence within the home. Starting from an empty shell, the designer worked to create spaces that balance openness with intimacy—where each element feels intentional and scaled for comfort. The fireplace anchors the room …
Taking a Cue Taking his cue from the business that commissioned the table, Jefferson, president of Decking Around, Inc. of Napa, California, created an outdoor picnic table that serves not only as a gathering place for customers but also as a conversation piece. People who see the table marvel that, though it looks like a conventional billiard table, it is, …
Art of Illusion The owners of this historic farmhouse are used to guests admiring their beautiful kitchen with its wood counters and leather island tops—but the admiration turns into amazement when guests learn that they’re actually looking at concrete! While the clients sought a distressed wood look and feel, they understood that it is difficult to clean and less than …
Concrete Hero Cody Carpenter was awarded Best of Show, Best Bath, Best Integral Sink, and Best Fireplace in the 2012 Concrete Exchange Circle of Distinction Design Challenge. Dominating the competition this year with the Best of Show and three Best in Category winning projects, Carpenter also received four honorable mentions in the Outdoor Living, Furniture, and Sculpture categories. Design + Expertise …
About This Project The California Academy of Sciences (CAS) is one of the largest natural history museums in the world. Located in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, it was founded in 1853 as a learned society, and it continues to be a hub for original research, innovative education, and dynamic exhibits. During the museum’s rebuild in 2007–2008, the designer was …
Center Stage Darren Endo and Leah Sheely’s concrete water wall is located in Walnut Creek, CA. The base is made from sacked concrete and was poured-in-place. The walls are made using Stone colored CX Pro-Formula Concrete Countertop All-Weather Mix and the center piece is made using SureCrete D-FRC with Stone CX SmartColor pigment and has small handmade ceramic tiles at the …
Courtside Island This concrete kitchen island, designed and fabricated by Reaching Quiet Design’s Eric Boyd, embodies a homeowner’s dream—clean lines, modern look, and a functional kitchen centerpiece at which guests can gather, talk, and enjoy a drink. It’s fun, too; with a simple touch, its LED lighting system sets the island aglow. Boyd needed to integrate a light sensor into …
This kitchen is located within a massive, 12,000 sq. ft. rammed earth home, anchoring Meteor Vineyard, a working Napa County, California vineyard. The designer was commissioned to create a sculptural yet functional cooking space expressing art and utility. The design approach was to create a monolith — a unified concrete kitchen space of simple, low walls and countertops, seamless cabinetry …
Urban Oasis Small, narrow backyards can make designing for the space a challenge. Undaunted, Brian McLean, Terry Walsh and Ciaran Lynch of Throwing Rock Studio, used their expertise to transform a confined, San Francisco outdoor area into an airy, urban oasis. Concrete was the medium of choice because of its longevity and versatility, in addition to the client’s appreciation for …
For The Birds Utilizing his years of experience with concrete, Newbold, owner of Newbold Stone in Austin, Texas, created a simple and modern object that showcases the beauty and versatility of the material. Enhanced with recycled glass, his concrete birdfeeder recalls a mid-20th Century aesthetic while declaring itself an object of contemporary sustainability. Project Objective + Client Feedback Newbold’s concrete …
Wall Art After 4 months Gary Day completed his concrete garden wall project in Pasadena, CA. he used hand-made tiles, stacked glass sheets, cedar wood, and CX Pro-Formula Concrete Countertop Mix in Stone, Evergreen and Sand colors. With a mastery of materials and a sense of fun, Gary has created a playful garden show-stopper that is both beautiful and functional. …
Café Au Lait John Newbold’s Coffee and Cream was awarded Best Furniture in the 2011 Concrete Exchange Circle of Distinction Design Challenge. Project Objective + Client Feedback The clients are designers and were looking for a living room centerpiece that would simultaneously serve as a visual focal point and enhance social interactions. They were also interested in using the coffee …
Benchmark Don Welsh received the first-ever award in the competition’s New Member category, an award created to showcase the efforts of artisans new to the field of concrete fabrication. He has been working with concrete for only about a year. His Hygeia Bench not only met and exceeded client expectations, it captured the attention of the competition’s judges for its …
Coffee, Anyone? Yves St. Hilaire’s Calvin Coffee Table was awarded Best Furniture in the 2012 Concrete Exchange Circle of Distinction Design Challenge. This beautiful and functional table demonstrates the perfect combination of concrete and wood, with both materials shown to their best advantage. Project Objective + Client Feedback What was the main objective of the project? Yves: The underlying concept …
