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The characteristics of Corten steel has been respected by all architects, both for its strength and for its particular color. It corresponds to a type of steel manufactured with a chemical composition that provides an oxidation that protects the piece, practically without altering its mechanical characteristics. The architectural details of Corten steel present a diversity of situations and connections, not only the obvious constructive factor but it also gives an aesthetic value to any architectural project.
We have compiled this list of 6 eye-catching Corten steel construction details that stand out the most.
01. Navarro Correas Winery / aft Arquitectos
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02. Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center / Cristian Fernandez Arquitectos + Lateral Arquitectura & Diseño
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03. Audenasa Building / Vaillo + Irigaray
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04. Nestlé Social Block / GH+A Guillermo Hevia
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05. New "Cabaña" & Accesses to a Country house / Hidalgo Hartmann
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06. Dovecote Studio / Haworth Tompkins | Hunter Douglas
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This article was originally published on March 8, 2017.