the artistic possibilities
of designing with nature

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An Architecture of Circumstance
January 1, 2024 from 10:45 am

We are extending the display of Robert Shannon's retrospective untill the end of May 2024.  We invite interested partys to contact us and schedule a visit while the broad spectrum of our founder's contribututions are still on full display.  We can be reached at info@4cfoundation.org   For more information on the show please click this link.

 

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Design and construct the man-made environment to be in harmony with the natural environment.

Cast Block Wall System (CASTECO) - Page 1

author: Robert Shannon
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Design, Development, and Deployment of a Cast Wall System of high R value and fire resistance for bearing wall construction.

Preliminary Sketch

Preliminary Sketch
Criteria for cast wall system

Average R value of 40
Maximize recycled material
Minimize energy in production (embedded)
Maximize mass to interior
Allow for steel and concrete infill structure
Potential for multistory bearing walls
Maximize longevity
High fire rating
Waterproof
Channels for wiring
Easing of assembly
Facilitate attachment of other components

Cast Block Wall System (CASTECO) - Page 2

author: Robert Shannon
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Young Artist Painting Grant

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Supervised painting of door murals.