Key Learning outcomes
- To understand popular terminology for the anatomy of a brick and brick types.
- To understand why partially exposing the bed face of a brick is classed as a non-standard application of brick.
- To understand the exposure and its effect on the projecting or recessed brick detail.
- To gain an understanding of what needs to be considered in designing projecting or recessed brickwork.
- To understand freeze thaw durability classification of brick, as defined in BS EN 771-1.
- To understand whether additional mechanical restraint or support will be required to a wall containing these feature details.
Projecting and recessed brickwork design can provide additional interest and texture in buildings and free standing walls. Although projecting and recessed brickwork isn’t new, unique contemporary brick aesthetics are being achieved using these techniques.
There are an infinite number of effects that can be created, for example:
• Bands of projecting or recessed brick on alternate courses.
• Creating panels of feature brickwork on elevations with recesses or projections of varying depths.
• The introduction of a special shaped brick to create a textural feature.
• Creating inset panels.