Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction is a new, exciting, and innovative building material available to architects in Australia through ECO Block Australia.
From an environmental perspective, the benefits are endless. Boasting a proven reduced carbon footprint and green construction technology, ICFs tick a lot of boxes for property owners as it is energy efficient, durable and sustainable.
But perhaps more notably, more architects are turning to insulated concrete form wall systems for their design adaptability and versatile applications.
ICF’s perfectly accommodate the needs and requirements of today’s architects and builders wanting to forge new benchmarks in the building and design industry.
In this blog we explore 6 innovative ways you can specify ECO Block ICF for your next project.
6 Innovative ICF Applications for Building Design
ICFs are becoming increasingly popular for residential and commercial building designs.
They are a cost-effective option for a variety of spaces including underground car parks/basements, safe rooms, pools and acoustic barriers, floors and roofs.
1. Basements and Underground Car Parks
Building a basement with ECO Block Australia ICF walls provides superb durability, integrity, and insulation for below-ground walls. ICF basement walls minimise thermal bridging and reduce heat loss through the foundation.
If specified, ECO Block ICF basements are of tremendous benefit to builders because they are simple and fast to construct, which saves both time and money.
2. Floors
ICFs are often used in combination with in-floor radiant heating systems.
For residential projects, ICF garage floors are an ideal option when there is living space below. If excavation for a foundation is not possible, ECO Block provides the perfect solution.
3. Roofs
It’s no secret ICFs are excellent foundations for interior and exterior walls. Not only that, but they are also used in the construction of energy-saving sloped roofs.
Not only can ECO Block offer significant advantages from a building design and aesthetic point of view, from a practicality perspective these roofs can resist and protect against the country’s most severe weather conditions.
4. Safe Rooms
Growing in popularity in Australia, ICFs are a fantastic option for safe rooms.
ECO Blocks ICF walls act as a “bunker” by using reinforced concrete technology. ICF’s will keep your loved ones safe, especially in unpredictable natural events such as cyclones and earthquakes.
5. Swimming Pools
According to ICF magazine, a pool loses about 80 percent of its heat through its bottom and sides because the ground conducts heat more easily than the surface air. Pools made from ECO Block ICF’s are completely insulated on the interior and exterior sides. Even the bottom of the pool is protected and has minimal heat escaping.
6. Acoustic Barriers
ECO Block sound barriers are ideal for highway noise barriers, or for townhouse or unit construction.
They can also be used to create a soundproof room inside a home (think home theatres or budding musicians.)
By using ICF’s, you can turn a home into a comfortable sanctuary and block out noisy neighbours and passing traffic.
Architects and ECO Block Australia
ECO Block is the most technically advanced and yet most straightforward ICF construction system in Australia.
Our experienced technical team actively supports and promotes architects, designers and preferred builders who embrace and use this world-class technology and refer them to new homeowner and builder enquiries.
Plus, ECO Block offer architects and builders an increasing array of design and construction options.
ECO Block ICFs provide architects the design flexibility to create code-compliant, energy-efficient, and disaster-resistant buildings.
For more discuss options for specifying ECO Block ICFs in your next building design, give us a call on 1800 669 696 or send us an enquiry here.
Eco Block Pty Ltd is the number one provider of Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) in Australia Working closer with homeowners, builders and architects we aspire to deliver the best living environment for you and your family, or employees.
Whether you are building a home, designing architecture or constructing a commercial building, our knowledgeable Eco Block team will be there to help and guide you throughout the process. Plus, we have product specs and design and building manuals available because we want to ensure you use the ICF building blocks correctly and get the best out of them.
Ready to discuss your next construction project with Eco Block? Call 1800 669 696 or send us an enquiry here.
