Masonry Magazine February 1968 Page. 18
northwest...
Architects:
Walker & McGough
Seattle & Spokane
Frederick Mann
University Architect
Mason Contractor:
G. E. Blackstock, Inc., MCAA
Seattle, Washington
General Contarctor:
George E. Teufel Company
Above: Having the bricklayer work overhand the Mason Contractor was able to eliminate scaffolding. Right: With the outer wall built, the reinforcing in place, the bricklayer lays the inner wythe of brick. To complete the wall system grout is poured into the cavity.
For this project, the outer walls were built to a height of approximately 8', reinforcing was placed, the inner wall was laid and grout was poured into the cavity. Structural slabs were formed and tied to the wall reinforcing. High strength mortar was used in order to develop full strength in the wall and all earthquake structural requirements were met.
Generally, the requirements of low cost, ease and speed of construction, aesthetic values and levels of comfort have been satisfied with the use of reinforced grouted brick masonry. The building owner has expressed satisfaction with the building and the Seattle Chapter of the American Institute of Architects has recently awarded the building a merit award for design. The Architects have received numerous inquiries regarding future use of this technique and consider this construction method valid for numerous future applications.
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masonry
February, 1968