Originally, we wanted to specify Aalborg White Cement... it has some powdered limestone in it, and aside from the white color, it glows when it gets rained on because of a chemical reaction with water. But...this material is a bit pricey, and to value-engineer, we specified direct applied EIFS onto the CHB wall... this helps save with the plastering/finishing work.
I've seen the previous schemes and it's pretty amazing how 'you've compromised the wants of DLSZ, your dad's preferences and your personal philosophy. GAling! Idol! Haha!
Interesting value-engineering. Interesting "glow when wet" material Aalborg. So how is the life cycle of the EIFS compared to the your original specified Aalborg White Cement?
Thanks! Pero group effort talaga, my dad and the rest of the office carried the detailing and heavy technical modifications... Now the bigger challenge lies ahead... to get implemented properly, on-time and on-budget.
Lifecycle studies aren't so accurate yet because EIFS is a relatively new material in the Philippines. I understand that in the U.S. and in similar tropical climate conditions to the Philippines, the EIFS system is usually reliable as long as the system is installed and sealed properly. The only need for maintenance is cleaning or repainting every 3-5 years.
wow!
ReplyDeleteoooh... where are they planning to put it?
ReplyDeleteYour post just made me all nostalgic and reminded me of the cramp Vaugirard (sp?)
Its going to be right next to the main building,where the existing faculty parking lot is located. ;)
ReplyDeleteI love the design of the chapel! I guess 2 years was worth it. What is the material you're using for the exterior walls?... just curious.
ReplyDeleteOriginally, we wanted to specify Aalborg White Cement... it has some powdered limestone in it, and aside from the white color, it glows when it gets rained on because of a chemical reaction with water. But...this material is a bit pricey, and to value-engineer, we specified direct applied EIFS onto the CHB wall... this helps save with the plastering/finishing work.
ReplyDeleteI've seen the previous schemes and it's pretty amazing how 'you've compromised the wants of DLSZ, your dad's preferences and your personal philosophy. GAling! Idol! Haha!
ReplyDeleteInteresting value-engineering. Interesting "glow when wet" material Aalborg. So how is the life cycle of the EIFS compared to the your original specified Aalborg White Cement?
ReplyDeleteOOH!!! gate 3, next to the football field?
ReplyDeleteheeeeee!
Thanks! Pero group effort talaga, my dad and the rest of the office carried the detailing and heavy technical modifications... Now the bigger challenge lies ahead... to get implemented properly, on-time and on-budget.
ReplyDeleteLifecycle studies aren't so accurate yet because EIFS is a relatively new material in the Philippines. I understand that in the U.S. and in similar tropical climate conditions to the Philippines, the EIFS system is usually reliable as long as the system is installed and sealed properly. The only need for maintenance is cleaning or repainting every 3-5 years.
ReplyDeleteAh, hindi, the site I'm talking about is the parking lot/playground facing Univ. avenue. katabi ng gate 1
ReplyDeleteluphet!
ReplyDeleteOohh... I get it, the "teacher's parking lot" which used to be a playground/grass whatever area back in "the day"
ReplyDeleteNice work man & congratulations again Arch. Poco!
ReplyDeletelufet mo na chong..d ka na ma reach
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