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A study in surfaces

A thoughtful collection of original notes on concrete textures, steps and circulation spaces. Begin with a small observation, then make room for a closer look.

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concrete textures, steps and circulation spaces — an original illustration — ILLUSTRATED STUDY / 08CONCRETE PASSAGE

FORM / MATERIAL / SPACEA collection in six notes

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A closer look.

All six notes

01Observe

A concrete plane

Outline a wall as a single shape before adding texture.

02Observe

A stair rhythm

Draw repeated step edges from a public viewpoint.

03Practice

A surface joint

Follow a visible line where two pours or panels meet.

04Practice

A recessed entrance

Compare the shaded recess with the outer plane.

05Reflect

A route through space

Diagram a public path with a few directional marks.

06Reflect

A surface revisit

Observe how changing light reveals different textures.

A note from the notebook

Start where you are.

Keep a pencil and plain paper nearby. This collection begins with concrete surfaces and a simple idea: attention is something you can practice.

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