Manufacturer Bowral Bricks has marked 100 years of helping to shape Australia’s urban landscape and homes.
Founded in 1922 in the New South Wales Southern Highlands, Bowral Bricks has contributed to some of Australia’s most admired and historic buildings with the finest product from dry-pressed clays and shells.
Today, through time-honed techniques and modern technological innovations, Bowral Bricks is still renowned for its premium product, compacted at high pressure to produce its signature clean, dimensionally accurate bricks.
The history is reflected in Bowral Bricks’ traditional craftsmanship and techniques made from locally sourced clay, reflecting the colours and textures of the Australian landscape. The bricks’ natural and unique colour variations create an authentic appeal.
University of Technology (Sydney) Tower.
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Designed to last, these bricks have helped make some of Australia’s most enduring landmarks, from the distinctive curves of Koichi Takada’s Arc by Crown to Smart Design Studio’s Stokes 14.
Bowral Bricks are available in standard shapes as well as sculptured custom shapes. Irregular and custom shapes were used to create the iconic “paper bag” facade for Frank Gehry’s iconic University of Technology Sydney (UTS) tower.
With Bowral Bricks, Australian architects have demonstrated the ability for brick to deliver unmistakable character, charm and longevity.
“[Bowral Bricks’] name is a constant reminder of our quest for beautifully crafted clay products used by homeowners and architects alike,” said Brickworks managing director Lindsay Partridge. “All of us rightly know that the longevity of any business depends on so many factors. On the cusp of its second century, Bowral Bricks as an iconic brand will continue to typify elegance, style, beauty – and quality products.”
To mark its 100-year anniversary, Brickworks has released a publication of 100 Years of Bowral Bricks, featuring some of its most iconic projects and the leading architects that played a part in the transformation of bricks into some of Australia’s most significant landmarks.
Source: Architecture - architectureau
