Ferrocement

Thin, reinforced concrete construction.

Overview

Ferrocement, using cement and steel mesh, creates lightweight, durable structures, prominent globally.

Core Characteristics

• Thin cement layers.
• Steel mesh reinforcement.
• Versatile applications.

Notable Examples

• Ferrocement Boats (Global, 20th century).
• Ferrocement Domes (Global, modern).

Architectural Connections

• Modern: Contemporary focus.
• Structural: Various typologies.
• Modernism: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Popularized by engineers, it enables innovative forms.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Concrete Construction (technique), Structuralism (theory), Shell (element), Sustainable Architecture (movement)

Directory

Techniques Registry, Architecture Hub, History