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Before and after at Glynt Manor

Before and After at Glynt Manor

April 18, 2019

The roof at Glynt Manor is starting to get its long awaited renovation thanks to Tejas Borja tiles! The building has waited over since 1910 for a new terracotta roof. That said, only a terracotta roof in a coastal location would last that long in the first place. We’re expecting another 100 years out of…

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Tierra Roman Barcelona bricks in a breezeway

Handmade Bricks Add Warmth

December 4, 2018

Our client used handmade Roman Barcelona bricks to add character, texture, warmth and interest to this breezeway.  At first, the brickies found it a little tricky because of the irregular dimensions, but after time, they got in a groove and found things pretty straightforward.  The end result was stunning and everyone was happy with the…

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Grading the bricks for Mathoura Rd

Handmade Artistry at Mathoura Rd, Toorak

November 26, 2018

The team from Creative Bricks worked closely with Carr Design, MODA and Flux Constructions to deliver handmade artistry to the facade of this boutique high end residential development in the heart of Toorak, Melbourne.  The bricks, slips and corner pieces have been arriving on site for the past couple of weeks.  All being well,  pictures of the…

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Glynt Manor revival Tejas Borja terracotta

Glynt Manor revival using Tejas Borja Terracotta Tiles

June 18, 2018

We recently visited the work site at Glynt Manor where we made our first deliveries of Tejas Borja tiles.  The Manor is undergoing a transformative renovation which is still in keeping with the original heritage nature of the building.  The Manor has operated as a high end B & B and wedding venue as well…

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Thoma House_DoverHeights_white slimline bricks

Think Brick Award Entry 2018

May 15, 2018

Creative Bricks and MD Brick are excited to announce that we have entered the annual Think Brick awards residential category this year.  Being a minnow in the Australian brick industry doesn’t mean we can’t help to build some fabulous buildings.  In fact, our range and the support we offer means we’re actually quite well placed…

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White brick corbel back of house North Bondi

White slimline brick house in Sydney’s East

April 23, 2018

This home by Candalepas and Associates is another example of modern architecture created with brick.  We take our hats off to their team for the work that they have done to bring this beautiful home to life.  The primary façade material used was the Malpesa Ibiza white slimline bricks. In the words of Candelapas Associates…

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Malpesa dry press bricks - Murcia

Malpesa Dry Press Bricks – Murcia

March 13, 2018

We thought it would be worth sharing a few facts around the recent build in Murcia.  The building is truly unique.  It uses Malpesa’s unique Triana dry press bricks for the majority of the facade with some smaller sectors using other Malpesa products.  The dry press bricks are laid with a mortarless look joint of…

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Tejas Borja terraccotta tiles

Tejas Borja terracotta tiles

March 8, 2018

Creative  Bricks have recently commenced sale of the range of terracotta tiles available from Tejas Borja.  Tejas Borja are a family owned company who have been manufacturing terracotta tiles for over 150 years.  As you can imagine, they know a thing or two about terracotta tiles and beautiful clay products. Our first shipment will be…

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Dry press bricks - Triana - Murcia 2

Dry press bricks and modern architecture

March 8, 2018

This recent build in Murcia in Spain shows just how modern architecture can get with dry press bricks.  This building was created with our Andalucia (white) and Triana (sandy coloured) dry press bricks which were laid with a 4mm joint to create a mortarless look for the brickwork.  The end result is stunning!  See for…

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