Hammersmith School Bags Best Brick Award

The new music and drama building, at Latymer Upper School in Hammersmith, beat off hundreds of competitors to take the prestigious 2008 Brick Awards. The Brick Awards is one of Britain’s most respected design competitions. Run by the Brick Development Association, the annual contest provides the definitive showcase for what brick can do. And Latymer School was up against some stiff competition. There were a record number of entrants this year, with... 

Why Brick Is Best For Cladding

There is something very special about brick. It’s not only beautiful to look at. It’s big in the sustainability stakes and has the ability to adapt as a building changes use. It also beats just about any other cladding material on price according to independent research. The findings are especially valuable right now, given that contractors are experiencing soaring costs and longer lead times for many rival cladding materials. Brick has long been...