Curated by musefeng
Also known as architectural concrete, raw concrete, smooth concrete, brutalist cast cement, formwork concrete, exposed cement
A smooth, architectural concrete surface with minimal treatment, revealing subtle formwork seams, tie-rod holes, and natural air bubble pitting.
Fair-faced concrete is cast concrete left exposed without plaster or paint, showcasing the texture of the formwork (often timber boards or smooth steel plates). It features a velvety, cool gray surface accented by tiny air pockets (bugholes) and structural seams, evoking minimalist modernism.
Where to apply: Modernist architecture, industrial furniture, lifestyle product docks, high-concept retail interiors, and sculptural watch faces.
fair-faced concrete desktop organizer with clean geometric lines. The smooth, cool-gray cement surface shows subtle timber-grain textures from casting and a scattering of tiny, raw air pockets. Raking top light defines its crisp edges and casting seams. Shot on a minimalist white oak surface. --ar 4:3 --style raw
