Concrete: Nature’s Strength, Reimagined by Urbi et Orbi
Beyond the Misconception | Concrete and Its Composition
Concrete is often confused with cement. Yet cement is only a small part of the story, about 10% – the binding element that holds together what truly matters: sand, gravel, stone, and water. Concrete is born from the earth itself, a union of natural elements transformed into strength and form. It carries within it the memory of soil, rocks, and sand.
A Canvas of Infinite Forms | Concrete and Its Applications
Before it hardens, concrete is fluid, alive, ready to be shaped. Its plasticity allows us to transform it into forms that surpass expectations. At Urbi et Orbi, we treat concrete as a medium of imagination – sculpting furniture and objects that balance strength with refinement, endurance with lightness.
The Beauty of Versatility | Concrete and Its Many Faces
Concrete is not confined to grey. With the right pigments and aggregates, it gains color; with surface treatments, it gains texture and depth. Smooth, matte, glossy, or raw – each finish tells a different story. Over the years, we have developed our own techniques, layering processes that give each piece its own identity. No object is ever exactly the same as another.
Made to Endure | Concrete and Its Strength Over Time
Concrete withstands where other materials cannot. It resists rain, sun, heat, and cold, making it the natural choice for outdoor furniture and objects that stand proudly through time. Time does not erode it – it simply adds character.
