Split face block could almost be considered a perfect building material.Like other concrete block, it is formed of molded concrete, though the split face is formed with an extra-thick face shell.

Potential water damage problems tied to split-face block construction. Problems with improperly treated or maintained split-face concrete blocks aren’t anything new.

Split-face concrete block residential buildings are the parking meter lease deal of Chicago architecture: ugly, regrettable—and something we’re stuck with for decades to come. This blight ...

If you want to face off against the Ice King, you'll need to get past the door puzzle and the ice block puzzle first. By Cheri Faulkner on March 7, 2025 at 6:22AM PST Comments ...