Masonry Magazine February 2001 Page. 32

Words: Thomas Crowder
Masonry Magazine February 2001 Page. 32

Masonry Magazine February 2001 Page. 32
Phoenix Rises from the Ashes
by Thomas Crowder, Reprinted from Masonry Today, Vol. 10, No. 1 Portland Cement Association

Fig. 1-A view of the interior shows the curved roof supported by walls of masonry, steel, and glass, which creates a dramatic living space.

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Fig. 2 - Rough and smooth textures combine to create an overall feeling that is elegant but livable.


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