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Earthen floors in both past and contemporary architecture
Šmardová, Kateřina
Talking about earth in architecture we can notice its usage mostly in vertical constructions. But we can meet some prejudices as regards horizontal constructions, floors. They are caused by not so good qualities that they had in history. But today we use different techniques, which lead to better qualities and that is why this type of floor can be considered as a full-value alternative to common types of floors. The text is devided to parts about historical techniques and contemporary ones. The authoress focuses on some well-known experts and their working methods – on particular parts of floors, their protection etc. She also underlines that it is very important to have examples of successfully finished earthen floors for other potential clients – investors and consecutively for development of this branche in the Czech Republic.
Clay Surfaces in Selected Types of Spaces
Šmardová, Kateřina
The paper points out the use of earhen contructions and their surfaces in several particular types of interior spaces. In these types of spaces earth is not commonly used, especially in the Czech Republic, however the paper shows reasons, which make earth suitable material for these spaces. It presents already realized examples too and deals with their positives as well as their problems.
Earthen surfaces in contemporary architecture
Šmardová, Kateřina ; Prof.Ing.arch.Jiří Škabrada (referee) ; Suske, Petr (referee) ; Ing.arch.Zuzana Kierulfová (referee) ; Žabičková, Ivana (advisor)
The theme of this thesis are surfaces made of unburned earth and used in architecture. The thesis focuses mainly on detailed mapping and analysis of the present state. However, it does not omit the historical roots of earthen surfaces in the area of today`s Czech Republic. In these roots it looks for connections with contemporary practice. The thesis deduces conclusions from thorough evaluation of the present situation – it shows perspectives and possible drift of the future development of earthen surfaces. Both in the field of architecture and in areas broadening this field.

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