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Restoring a Crumbing Historical Facade in Greenwich Village

Curbed recently profiled a project in Greenwich Village, highlighting the successful preservation of a prewar Manhattan co-op. Boston Valley Terra Cotta was pleased to be a part of the restoration project, fabricating replacement masonry units for the landmarked building. 
New York State College of Ceramics 125 Year Anniversary, Alfred School of Art and Design’s McGee Pavilion

Congratulating Alfred University NYSCC for 125 Years of Ceramics Education

The New York State College of Ceramics (NYSCC) at Alfred University is celebrating its 125th Anniversary in 2025 with a year-long calendar of special events, both on campus and at alumni meetups across the country.
585 Kendall, Boston Valley custom glaze terra cotta panels.

585 Kendall clad over 200,000 sq. ft. of extruded terra cotta panels

The Cambridge, UK multi-use project — scheduled for completion in 2026 — celebrated a topping-off ceremony with the raising of its final structural beam.
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Pendry hotel offers timeless stays in historic Chicago building

Boston Valley Terra Cotta assisted with the restoration of the Carbide and Carbon Building, a 37-story historic Art Deco structure that has been transformed into a luxury hotel.
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Boston Valley Celebrates 15 Years of the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art

The Bechtler Museum of Modern Art has its 15th anniversary this month. To celebrate, the Charlotte Observer shares 15 facts about the museum (that don't involve its unmistakable Firebird statue).
Architectural terra cotta four forming methods for fabrication

Exploring Boston Valley’s Four Forming Methods for Efficient Fabrication

Boston Valley is the world’s only architectural ceramics manufacturer that employs four distinct forming methods in the creation of our products. This approach allows us to fabricate a versatile range of terra cotta products.
Boston Valley terra cotta through body colors

Designing with Through-Body Colors

When working with architects, building owners, and designers, the topic quickly falls to the color of the façade. Boston Valley manages the color for terra cotta façades during fabrication using two means — through-body color and glaze.
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Rice School of Architecture Unveils ‘Campus within a Campus’ with new William T. Cannady Hall and MD Anderson Hall Renovation

The Rice University School of Architecture in Houston, TX has opened the doors to William T. Cannady Hall and completed a renovation of MD Anderson Hall.
Terra cotta cladding innovation, Rainscreen cladding in historical restorations

Innovating a Contemporary Terra Cotta Cladding: Affordable Solutions for Historic Preservation

After initially exploring a more cost-effective rainscreen cladding system for façade restoration at the 2022 Architectural Ceramic Assemblies Workshop, WJE has continued their research and are sharing their development with the architectural industry.
ACAW 2024, Prototype by Team Arup on left and prototype by Team Make Architects on right

The Architect’s Newspaper Reports on ACAW 2024

This year's workshop showcased prototypes that explore terra cotta’s applications in water management, evaporative cooling, coastal resiliency, and as modular seating.

10,000-year-old building material is making a comeback in NYC high-rises

Terra cotta, traditionally used in early 20th-century urban architecture, is experiencing a revival as it adapts to modern aesthetics with sleek and streamlined designs.
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SKINS Newsletter: Exploring Innovation in Architectural Ceramics at ACAW

While we are working to release this year’s presentation recordings, you can learn a lot more about ACAW through the podcasts and video presentations included in Facade Tectonics' SKINS Newsletter: ACAW Special Edition.
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Boston Valley Terra Cotta Project Awarded at the 34th Annual Lucy G. Moses Preservation Awards

Boston Valley Terra Cotta is honored to be a part of the historic façade restoration at Masonic Hall NYC. This project was selected to receive a Preservation Project Award at the 34th Annual Lucy G. Moses Preservation Awards, the New York Landmarks Conservancy’s prestigious recognition for outstanding and technically excellent preservation efforts.
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Curving Tradition – Exploring Terra Cotta in Modern Architecture

As Architects and Designers strive to create structures that are not only environmentally sustainable but also visually stunning, the choice of building materials plays a pivotal role. The use of architectural terra cotta (ATC) to craft curved façades on high-performance buildings blends tradition with innovation.
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London’s Architectural Terra Cotta Renaissance

In the heart of London, two monumental projects stand as testament to the city’s architectural heritage and its vibrant future. The revitalization of Battersea Power Station and the innovative design of Marylebone Square have redefined London’s skyline with the use of architectural terra cotta in façade design.