Business Details
18 Years
experience
Custom UHPC Design & Fabrication Services
Fine Concrete is a design-based fabrication company specializing in ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) with over 25 years of expertise in architectural design and complex casting. Our team combines architects, engineers, and craftsmen to translate innovative design concepts into durable, elegant built forms using patented Ductal technology. We collaborate with industry leaders like LaFarge North America and Silman Associates to deliver custom solutions for residential, institutional, and commercial projects. Our process integrates advanced digital fabrication tools with traditional craftsmanship to optimize material efficiency and structural integrity. We maintain molds for up to five years to ensure consistency in production projects, offering cost-effective replacements for discontinued conventional concrete elements.Our focus spans landscape elements, furniture, and architectural spaces, emphasizing sustainability through reduced material usage and recyclability. With certified UHPC engineers and a commitment to R&D, we pioneer applications in urban furniture, building facades, and structural systems. Our studio's accolades include partnerships with prestigious institutions and recognition for material innovation. We prioritize client collaboration, providing prototyping, cost optimization, and technical support throughout the project lifecycle. Our work is defined by a balance of cutting-edge technology and the timeless qualities of concrete, creating solutions that are both functional and aesthetically refined.
Services
UHPC Fabrication
Architectural Concrete
Custom Pools
Landscape Elements
Product Design
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We hold a Ductal sub-license for advanced UHPC fabrication
- Our team includes certified UHPC engineers with North American expertise
- We offer custom color and finish options with precise formulation
- We maintain molds for up to 5 years for production consistency
- Our process reduces material usage by 30% compared to conventional concrete
Associations and certifications
- Ductal Sub-License
Services
UHPC Fabrication
Our ultra-high-performance concrete fabrication creates elements 10x stronger than traditional concrete. Using patented Ductal technology, we produce thin, lightweight components with superior durability and aesthetic precision. The process combines digital modeling with artisanal techniques for architectural applications requiring exceptional strength-to-weight ratios and intricate detailing.
Architectural Concrete
We specialize in custom architectural concrete solutions integrating structural performance with refined aesthetics. Our UHPC systems eliminate internal steel reinforcement needs while enabling larger panel sizes and reduced jointing. Applications include building facades, screen walls, and complex geometric forms requiring both functional integrity and visual appeal.
Custom Pools
Our Ductal-based pool systems offer 100% waterproof construction with saline resistance and low maintenance requirements. The ultra-dense concrete formulation prevents staining and cracking while allowing seamless integration of custom colors and finishes. Modular design enables efficient installation with stainless steel connections for both above-ground and in-ground applications.
Landscape Elements
We create durable landscape elements combining UHPC's structural advantages with intricate surface detailing. Products include benches, planters, and site furniture resistant to environmental degradation. The material's density provides graffiti resistance while maintaining natural concrete textures through acid washing or sandblasting options.
Product Design
Our product development focuses on UHPC's unique properties for architectural components. We offer standard and custom color palettes with integral pigmentation, along with satin polish, sandblasted, or high-gloss finishes. The material's fire resistance and low carbon footprint support sustainable design goals in commercial and residential contexts.
People
Alexander Kitchin
Co-Founder/Design Partner
Architect and designer with 25+ years in concrete innovation. Developed UHPC applications for notable projects like the Obama Presidential Center. Combines digital fabrication with traditional craftsmanship to advance architectural concrete use.
Nicole Sherman
Co-Founder/Managing Partner
Business strategist and product development expert with background in luxury hospitality and design publishing. Oversees UHPC manufacturing systems and commercialization of innovative concrete products for architectural markets.
Questions
What is Ultra High Performance Concrete (UHPC)?
UHPC is a fiber-reinforced concrete with 28,000 PSI compressive strength, offering superior durability, thinner profiles, and enhanced aesthetic possibilities compared to conventional concrete.
What services do you offer?
We provide UHPC fabrication for architectural elements, custom pools, landscape features, and product design using patented Ductal technology with nationwide project experience.
Can you create custom colors and finishes?
Yes, we offer standard white and gray bases with integral pigmentation options, plus satin polish, sandblasted, acid-washed, and high-gloss finishes with permanent molecular sealers.
Are your products sustainable?
Our UHPC uses 30% less material than traditional concrete, requires no internal steel reinforcement, and is fully recyclable, supporting LEED credit achievement for green building projects.
Do you work on international projects?
While primarily serving US clients, our patented technology and manufacturing processes support international collaboration through licensed partners and engineered system documentation.
