Brick Development Association (BDA)

This week's #BrickBulletin is Manor Place, London! This development not only respects its historical context with carefully chosen Michelmersh Brick Holdings PLC clay bricks, but also prioritises sustainability, achieving a BREEAM Very Good rating. Read more: https://lnkd.in/euRTNZEU #BrickBulletin #BrickArchitecture #SustainableDesign #BetterWithBrick

Great to see Brick Development Association (BDA) members Forterra PLC & Ibstock Plc supporting the latest Band of Builders project! If you haven’t heard of Band of Builders, or the amazing work that this charity does supporting the UK construction industry, I’d urge you take a look at their website www.bandofbuilders.org #ConstructionChairty #SupportingConstruction #MaterialDonation

Member Spotlight 🧱 Sustainability And Innovation In Clay Brick Discover groundbreaking initiatives aimed at decarbonising the UK brick manufacturing process with Michelmersh Brick Holdings PLC's sustainability and innovation in clay brick CPD. Clay brick has been steadfast in our past, here's what clay brickmakers like our member Michelmersh are doing to make it part of our future: https://lnkd.in/eYr7cXeN #BetterWithBrick #ClayBrick #Brickmakers #Sustainability #CPD #ProfessionalDevelopment

London Brick Works is happening TODAY! We're excited to welcome Oliver Kindervater of Stanton Williams, our final speaker, sharing Stanton Williams' unique perspective on the Norton Folgate project. Join us at Ibstock Plc’s I-Studio to learn about contemporary brick architecture, network with industry professionals, and gain valuable CPD hours. 🔗 Book now - https://lnkd.in/eVuayEPx 📍 Ibstock I-Studio, 54 Hatton Garden, London, EC1N 8HN ⏰ 5PM - 8.30PM This event is proudly partnered by Leviat in the UK and Ireland. #BDA #BrickArchitecture #ArchitectureEvent #ClayBrick #Networking #BetterWithBrick

Celebrate the art of bricklaying! 🏆 The Brick Awards Craftsmanship Category is now open for entries! We're looking for projects that showcase exceptional skill and the highest level of craftsmanship, from stunning sculptures to intricate brickwork detailing. This category recognises the vital contribution of bricklayers and the artistry in their application, not just the design. Learn more and enter now: https://lnkd.in/gzs3T834 This category is proudly sponsored by IG Masonry Support. #BDA #BrickAwards #Craftsmanship #Bricklayers #BrickworkContractors #ClayBrick #BrickArchitecture

Just like a fine wine, clay bricks get better over time. 🍷🧱 Below, you can see Morton's Tower, part of Lambeth Palace. This historic building illustrates the long-term value inherent in clay brick construction, extending well beyond conventional material lifespans. Built in 1490 by Cardinal John Morton, this beautiful clay brick 535 year old building was constructed during Henry VII reign and is still standing after the life and death of 23 other monarchs! This month we're celebrating old brick because it's stood the test of time, but we're also celebrating the limitless possibilities that clay brick is going to bring for a sustainable future. Let us know why you love clay brick too in the comments below! #BetterWithBrick #HistoricalBuildings #ClayBrick #BuiltToLast #MaterialLongevity

This week's Brick Bulletin is Haileybury SciTech, Hertford, a fantastic example of blending old with new. Haileybury's campus has a rich architectural history with buildings on its campus, dating from its founding in 1862 to the present day. The selection of Forterra PLC’s Surrey Hill Red Brick in Multi Red was crucial to the project blending the SciTech extension seamlessly with the Baker Building. Read more about the project's clay brick use and sustainability features that led to the project becoming a Brick Awards 2024 Sustainability finalist: https://lnkd.in/e-p-9BWN #BDA #BrickBulletin #ClayBrick #BrickArchitecture #Sustainability #DesignConsiderations #BetterWithBrick

Have you recently completed a project designed for public use? Entries for the Brick Awards Public category are now open! 🧱 Examples of public projects may include those funded by public or lottery money, private finance initiatives, or are designed to fulfil a public function or service. Learn more and submit your project below: https://lnkd.in/etvckQFv #BDA #BrickAwards #Public #Construction #ConstructionAwards #ClayBrick #BrickArchitecture

Countdown is ON! ⏳ 1 week until Brick Works London! Don't miss out on an evening of architectural inspiration, expert insights, networking and refreshments at Ibstock Plc's I-Studio on Thursday 27th March where we will be joined by: ➡️ Matt Blackden (Emrys Architects) presenting Berners & Wells Street, the 2024 Brick Award Commercial winner, showcasing its stunning blend of historic and modern design. ➡️ Amy Robinson (Leviat in the UK and Ireland) presenting Northwick Park and Oval Village, delving into the technical challenges, advanced masonry support and 3D software. ➡️ Laura Stephenson (Allford Hall Monaghan Morris) presenting Norton Folgate, 2024 Brick Award Supreme winner, a superb mixed-use scheme blending old and new to create sustainable, innovative spaces in London's historic heart. Secure your spot now to avoid disappointment! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVuayEPx This event is proudly sponsored by Leviat in the UK and Ireland #BDA #BrickWorks #Event #London #Architecture #CPD #Networking

Do you know the product lifespans of a buildings façade when specifying? 🧱 With a minimum active life of 150 years, but proven to lasts for centuries, clay bricks prove their longevity. BDA members are continually investing millions to reduce embodied carbon emissions in manufacturing process, but what we want to know is, have you considered a materials whole life carbon and factored in for maintenance, or replacement? Building for the future doesn't mean just short-term goals, it means looking to the future. See below for expected lifespan of building materials 👇 #BetterWithBrick #ClayBrick #WholeLifeCarbon #SustainableConstruction