Where painting and architecture meet

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Artist David Undery believes that works of art which use concrete as an artistic medium are well suited to the urban environment. He has worked with the medium for a number of years and is excited by the potential it offers to create durable works with a high tactile appeal. He applies a range of techniques, including chemical etching and grinding, to concrete panels. The results have an abstract spiritual quality, but Undery is keen to work alongside architects to produce works which are integral to their urban setting.

Management, Works, Public art, Undery, David

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Air and grace for vintage American planes: the new American Air Musuem in Duxford will be big enough to house a B-52 bomber comfortably

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The American Air Museum will be completed in Spring 1997 and will house the American combat-aircraft collection. Its design has been influenced by the proposed exhibits, particularly the B-52 bomber. The roof also had to be able to support a variety of suspended aircraft. The design is based on the geometry of a segment of 'doughnut' or torus and the concrete roof will be covered by a waterproof roofing membrane.

Aeronautical museums, Aerospace museums

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Concrete - the marble of the twentieth century

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Architectural practice Benson + Forsyth sees architectural competitions as a means of testing and developing ideas. It has won three prestigious projects including the Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh Central Library and the National Gallery of Ireland. The Museum of Scotland features concrete frame and walls and a 'boat roof' over the central gallery space. North and south facades are to be clad in Clashach stone.

Museums

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