Brick Development UK

This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re proud to announce @bandofbuilders as our charity partner for the 2026 #BrickAwards They provide vital practical, financial & wellbeing support across construction, because no one should struggle alone. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Public projects shape the spaces communities rely on every day 🧱 The Public category celebrates projects designed for public use using BDA-member bricks. If you’ve created a scheme with real public impact, we’d love to see it. Enter: brick.org.uk/brick-awards/p… #BrickAwards50

We’re attending #ClerkenwellDesignWeek 2026! 🎉 Join us on 19 May at the @ehsmitharch Design Centre. 🔹 Speed Brick Stacking Comp - win a £50 voucher 🔹 50th Brick Awards info 🔹 New architectural competition (More details next week) Come say hello as we champion clay brick!

The future of construction is #BetterWithBrick. 🧱 From extraction to centuries of use, clay brick is a cornerstone of the circular economy. Its durability allows for recovery and reuse, reducing the need for new materials♻️ Learn more: brick.org.uk/uploads/downlo… #BetterWithBrick

🚨 Brick Works Sheffield update: This Thursday’s event has been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. New date later this year TBC, watch this space. Refunds will be issued automatically. Thanks for your understanding. #BrickWorksSheffield

Ravenscraig: A masterclass in fabric-first design. 🧱 By using @mbhplc Blockleys Sterling Grey brick & bespoke thermal modelling, this project hits Section 7 Silver Level with a 15% carbon abatement. 🏠 Read why UK Clay Brick is the resilient choice: brick.org.uk/brick-bulletin…

Battersea Power Station & Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings show how historic brick can be revitalised 🧱 Retrofitting cuts demolition waste & embeds energy efficiency into heritage sites, key for hitting Net Zero. Read our guide to repurposing: ow.ly/JyoV50YWvZb

Commercial spaces shape how we work, shop and connect 🧱 The Brick Awards Commercial category celebrates standout projects, from offices to retail, industrial and mixed-use schemes, showcasing quality, durability and design. Enter: brick.org.uk/brick-awards/c… #BrickAwards50

Did you know many UK clay brick buildings are designed to last 150+ years? 🧱 The real value lies in what happens next. From deconstruction & direct reuse to high-grade recycling, clay bricks are built for a life beyond the first build. brick.org.uk/better-with-br… #BetterWithBrick

Birmingham, next up 🧱 Brick Works returns for architects, designers & construction pros sharing ideas, materials & innovation. Sponsored by @igmasonrysupport. EH Smith Design Centre, Thu 25 Jun 2026, 5:30–8:30pm. Tickets on sale: brick.org.uk/brick-works-se… #BrickWorksBirmingham

Excited to announce Marcus Emerson and Matt Seddon as our next speakers for Brick Works Sheffield 🧱 Together, they’ll present Saxton Lane, a 20-storey residential scheme in Leeds. 14 May 2026 | Tickets: brick.org.uk/brick-works-se… #BrickWorksSheffield

From heritage bonds to A1-rated slip systems, clay brick provides the technical toolkit to realise complex architectural intent. It remains the UK standard for one reason: combining design flexibility with proven performance. Explore the Technical Guides: ow.ly/MZJY50YRNYQ

Refurbishment transforms how we extend the life of brick buildings 🧱 The Refurbishment category celebrates projects that reuse, restore and retrofit existing structures, balancing heritage, sustainability and innovation. Enter: brick.org.uk/brick-awards/r… #BrickAwards

How do you turn heavy infrastructure into art? 🧱 The Silvertown Tunnel Portals, featured in the Brick Bulletin, prove clay brick can elevate utility into a legacy. Designed by dRMM using @KetleyBrick, it’s a masterclass in masonry. brick.org.uk/brick-bulletin… #Architecture

Thin bricks offer a modern take on clay, reducing material volume and manufacturing emissions. They blend tradition with innovation, retaining the durability and security of masonry in a resource-efficient format. Read more: d23z90m210izbx.cloudfront.net/uploads/downlo…

Thrilled to welcome Ian Emmerson, Director at @cjctarchitects, as a speaker for Brick Works Sheffield 🧱 He’ll present East Bank Urban Village in Hull, a major residential-led regeneration delivering up to 850 homes. Book here: brick.org.uk/brick-works-se… #BrickWorksSheffield

Craftsmanship judged by the industry’s best 🧱 The Contractors’ Choice Award is decided by leading UK bricklayers and contractors, recognising standout domestic projects for quality, skill and execution. Find out more: brick.org.uk/brick-awards/c… #BrickAwards50

Love the look of clay brick without the weight? Brick slip systems provide the same texture and fire resistance as full masonry at a fraction of the thickness. Perfect for lightweight frames and tight refurbishments where space and mass are key constraints. #BrickSlips

This Earth Day, we’re highlighting the impact of single-use plastics & how BDA members are tackling it together. 🌱 Hear from three sustainability leaders on reducing plastics in the brick sector: brick.org.uk/better-with-br… #OurPowerOurPlanet

🚨 Brick Works London Update 🚨 Due to planned tube strikes, this Thursday’s event is postponed. 📅 New date: Wed 1st July Tickets remain valid. Can’t make it? Get in touch. Book now: brick.org.uk/brick-works-se… #BrickWorksLondon