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The Brick Development Association represents the United Kingdom's clay brick and paver industries.

08/09/2026

Understanding the Thermal Cycle 📲🧱

The principle of thermal mass can be understood through a simple cycle:

1️⃣ Absorb: Exposed clay brick can absorb heat as internal temperatures rise during the day.
2️⃣ Store: The heat is stored within the masonry, helping to slow changes in internal temperature.
3️⃣ Release: As conditions cool, stored heat is gradually released back into the surrounding environment.
4️⃣ Repeat: Where appropriate, night ventilation can help remove released heat and cool the thermal mass ready for the following day.

Thermal mass is an inherent property of clay brick, but how effectively it contributes to building performance depends on the wider design, including insulation, ventilation, glazing, orientation and shading.

For further technical detail, read the BDA Brick Skin Thermal Performance Study (link in the comments)

07/09/2026

What does it take for a contemporary development to feel at home in one of Birmingham’s most historic districts? 🧱

This week’s Brick Bulletin heads to the Jewellery Quarter to explore Setl, the transformation of a former 1970s office block into 101 high quality apartments and ground floor commercial space.

Designed by BPN Architects the development uses WE ARE Ibstock - at the heart of building's Arden Weathered Red and Cissbury Red Multi clay bricks to establish a strong connection with the area’s industrial character.

Warm reds, deep reds and rich brown tones reference Birmingham’s distinctive brick and terracotta architecture, while bringing depth, texture and natural variation to the façades.

The clay brickwork also defines Setl’s distinctive hinge shaped profile, providing a subtle nod to Hinge Works, which once occupied a neighbouring site.

Discover how a carefully selected selected palette of clay bricks helped connect this contemporary development with the history and material character of Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter.

Read the full Brick Bulletin (link in the comments)

05/09/2026

How does thermal mass actually work within the building envelope? 🧱

Thermal mass describes a material’s ability to absorb, store, and gradually release heat energy. Dense materials like clay brick can absorb heat as temperatures rise and release it again as surrounding conditions cool.

Heavyweight construction can also create a time delay between temperature peaks at the outside and inside surfaces of the building envelope. Known as thermal lag or decrement delay, this can help delay and moderate internal temperature peaks.

The exact performance depends on wall build-up and the position of heavyweight materials relative to the insulation. When appropriately incorporated into the design, thermal mass can help moderate internal temperature fluctuations as part of a wider thermal strategy.

Read the blog: The Power of Thermal Mass in Building Performance to learn more. https://www.brick.org.uk/news/the-power-of-thermal-mass-in-building-performance

04/09/2026

The Legacy Award shortlist is now live! 🧱🎉

Created especially to mark the 50th anniversary of the Brick Awards, this one-off award celebrates the most iconic, community-impacting and transformative clay brick buildings of the past five decades.

The shortlist showcases buildings that demonstrate the enduring physical and cultural impact of clay brick structures that have stood the test of time, adapted successfully to new uses or retained their original architectural character.

Congratulations to everyone shortlisted! The winner will be selected by our judging panel and announced at the Brick Awards ceremony on Wednesday 4th November 2026.

Explore the full Legacy Award shortlist: https://www.brick.org.uk/news/brick-awards-2026-legacy-award-shortlist-announced

03/09/2026

We’re pleased to announce our second presentation for Brick Works Belfast 🧱

The Evolution of Lintel.

Join Ciaran McAliskey of Keystone Lintels as he explores how the humble lintel has evolved from a purely structural component into a powerful tool for architectural creativity.

The presentation will examine the growing range of special and brick feature lintels available, demonstrating how they can enhance brickwork detailing and create striking, distinctive façades.

Ciaran will also showcase standout regional projects and introduce the Hi-therm Lintel – an advanced, one-piece steel lintel that is up to five times more thermally efficient than a standard steel lintel, helping to optimise SAP calculations and reduce Psi values.

A must-see session for architects and contractors looking to combine technical performance with exceptional design impact.

📍 Titanic Distillers, Belfast
📅 Wednesday 30th September 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Tickets are available now via the link in the comments.

02/09/2026

When we think about building temperature control, mechanical heating and cooling systems often take centre stage. But the building fabric can also play an important role. 🧱

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be exploring thermal mass and how material choices can influence occupant comfort and wider building performance.

Clay brick has high thermal mass, meaning it can absorb and store heat as temperatures rise before gradually releasing it as conditions cool. When appropriately incorporated into the design, this can help moderate internal temperature fluctuations.

Thermal mass works alongside insulation, ventilation, glazing, orientation and shading as part of a wider building strategy.

Read more in our latest blog: The Power of Thermal Mass in Building Performance: https://www.brick.org.uk/news/the-power-of-thermal-mass-in-building-performance

02/09/2026

Shining a spotlight on the Education category of the Brick Awards 2026 🧱

This category celebrates projects that use clay brick to create inspiring, innovative and welcoming places to learn, from primary schools to further and higher education settings.

This year’s shortlisted schemes demonstrate how thoughtful design, material quality and exceptional craftsmanship can shape engaging environments that support learning, wellbeing and the wider educational community.

Congratulations to all the projects featured on this year’s shortlist!

👉 Discover the full shortlist: https://www.brick.org.uk/brick-awards/2026-shortlist/education

York Handmade Brick Co Ltd wienerberger UK Michelmersh WE ARE Ibstock - at the heart of building

28/08/2026

We’re pleased to announce the first project and speakers for Brick Works Belfast 🧱 PBSA Dublin Road. Weavers’ Hall, Queen’s University Belfast’s new purpose-built student accommodation.

Providing 459 bedrooms across a 17-storey development, Weavers’ Hall will become Northern Ireland’s first Passivhaus student accommodation and the largest certified Passivhaus project on the island of Ireland.

Designed by RPP Architects, the scheme combines high-quality student accommodation with communal facilities and amenity spaces focused on sustainability, energy efficiency and student wellbeing.

Its high-performance building fabric and systems will create an ultra-low-energy, net-zero-ready development, demonstrating how ambitious Passivhaus principles can be delivered successfully at scale.

Presenting the project:
Gary Noble – IG Masonry Support
Harry McConnell – RPP Architects

Together, they’ll explore the design and delivery of Weavers’ Hall, including how the project balances demanding environmental standards with vibrant communal spaces and a strong architectural addition to Belfast city centre.

📍 Titanic Distillers, Belfast
📅 Wednesday 30th September 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Tickets are available now via the link in the comments.

27/08/2026

Explore the Urban Regeneration category at the Brick Awards 2026 🧱

This category celebrates outstanding projects that demonstrate how thoughtful design, quality craftsmanship and the use of clay brick can transform urban spaces and create lasting, vibrant places.

This year’s shortlisted schemes showcase the positive impact of regeneration, bringing new life, character and purpose to communities across the UK.

Congratulations to all the projects featured on this year’s shortlist!

👉 View the full shortlist: https://www.brick.org.uk/brick-awards/2026-shortlist/urban-regeneration

WE ARE Ibstock - at the heart of building Forterra UK Michelmersh

25/08/2026

RIBA Architects, there’s still time to make your vote count. 🗳️

The deadline for the Architects’ Choice Award is fast approaching. This is the only Brick Awards category decided by architects and students, offering you the chance to recognise the very best shortlisted brick projects from across the UK.

Review the shortlist and cast your vote before midnight on 18th September:
https://brick.awardsplatform.com/entry/vote/NyaJgZKN

The project with the most votes will be revealed at the Brick Awards on 5th November.

Don’t miss your chance to celebrate outstanding work by your peers, vote today!

Proudly sponsored by Forterra UK.

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