Architectural Concrete Walls and Facades
Commercial architectural concrete walls and facades in Allen, TX
As a general contractor working directly with developers and property owners, we deliver architectural concrete walls and facades services for commercial and industrial properties throughout Allen, TX and the DFW metroplex. No subcontracting, just our experienced crews, your project, and clear accountability.
Service Overview
Architectural concrete walls and facades transform structural concrete into building design features. These applications require construction techniques that produce consistent appearance, precise dimensions, and surface quality that standard structural concrete does not achieve.
Architectural concrete construction uses specialized formwork, specific concrete mixes, and careful placement to achieve design intent. Form liner textures, reveals, and exposed aggregate create visual interest. Color consistency requires attention throughout the process from mix design to curing.
Commercial applications include building entries, feature walls, screen walls, and any exposed concrete intended as a design element rather than hidden structure. These elements require the same structural performance as hidden concrete with added aesthetic requirements.
We work with architects and designers early in projects to understand design intent, develop mock-ups that verify appearance before production, and maintain quality control throughout construction that delivers the finished product envisioned in design.
What's Included
Scope inclusions for commercial architectural concrete walls and facades
- Design coordination with architect
- Mock-up panel production
- Custom formwork fabrication
- Specialized mix design coordination
- Precise placement and consolidation
- Form removal and surface treatment
- Protective sealing if specified
- Quality documentation
Common Project Situations
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about architectural concrete walls and facades
What finishes are possible with architectural concrete?
Finishes range from smooth steel-form surfaces to heavily textured form liner patterns. Reveals and patterns cast into forms create geometric interest. Exposed aggregate and sandblasting add texture. Color can be integral or surface-applied.
How do you ensure consistency across large projects?
Consistency requires controlled concrete mixes, careful formwork preparation, uniform placement techniques, and consistent curing. We develop detailed procedures and verify through mock-up panels before production. Quality control monitoring maintains consistency.
What formwork is required for architectural concrete?
Architectural concrete typically requires form-faced plywood or custom forms for smooth surfaces, foam or rubber form liners for textured patterns, and more careful form preparation than standard structural work. Form costs are higher than standard construction.
Can architectural features be added to existing buildings?
Yes. Architectural concrete elements can be added to existing buildings through new construction or through veneers and panels applied to existing structures. The approach depends on structural requirements and design intent.
How do you handle architectural concrete repairs?
Architectural concrete repairs require matching the original appearance, which can be challenging on aged surfaces. We maintain records of mixes and techniques to facilitate future repairs. Mock-ups may be required to verify repair appearance.
Example Project Capability
Representative project scope
Situation
Architect designed signature entry element for office building requiring precise execution of textured concrete design
Scope
Feature entry wall with board-form texture and integrated lighting niches
Our Approach
Produced mock-up panels for architect approval, fabricated custom formwork matching design intent, achieved consistent texture across 40 LF wall
Expected Outcome
Entry wall matched architectural vision, became signature feature of building, received design recognition
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