Balancing Beauty and Function in Architecture

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 Website

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