Brick

Fired clay used for durable, versatile construction.

Overview

Brick, used since antiquity, is applied in masonry for structural and decorative purposes across styles.

Core Characteristics

• Durable and fire-resistant.
• Used in walls and facades.
• Cost-effective and aesthetic.

Notable Examples

• Great Wall of China (China, 221 BCE, brick sections).
• Fagus Factory (Germany, 1913, brick facade).

Architectural Connections

• Historical and Modern: Broad use.
• Residential and Commercial: Versatile application.
• Global: Universal use.

Influence and Legacy

Brick, used by Walter Gropius, supports Bauhaus and vernacular design.

Related Concepts & Architects

Laurie Baker (related architect), Vernacular (theory), Wall (element), Amsterdam School (movement)