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Design In It
Strong, distinctive and superbly energy efficient, brick is leading a fresh new wave in residential and commercial design with stunning contemporary looks that are sure to endure.
The Fresh New Face of Brick
Think Brick Australia is working hard to inspire and promote innovation when it comes to designing in brick. The About Face design competition challenges top Australian architects to explore the possibilities for brick in residential architecture and is now in its third year. Register now and have your say on the future applications of face brick.
Beyond single dwellings, Think Brick Australia has also put together a campaign Footprints which is designed for planners and developers and sets out the case for brick in the coastal, urban and suburban context.
Of course the people at Think Brick Australia are never shy when it comes to getting out and spreading the good news about brick. To find out where you can catch up with them next, visit the What’s On section of this website.
About Face Awards 2008
About Face 2008 is Think Brick Australia?s invitation-only design ideas competition. The programme was first run in 2006 and featured a cross section of Australia?s best architects, including Donaldson and Warn, and Kerstin Thompson.
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And the 2008 Entries are
Think Brick Australia proudly introduces our six 2008 About Face Award Entries. Voting is now open for the 2008 Peer Awards. View the submissions including renderings here.
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Horbury Hunt Award 2008
This year the About Face programme will also incorporate the Horbury Hunt Award for outstanding brick craftsmanship and innovation in built commercial projects.
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The About Face Awards Programme
Think Brick's About Face Programme is designed to support and encourage the Australian architectural community in its use of aesthetically pleasing, sustainable Brick.
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Footprints: Designing Communities
Examining the contribution brick makes to meeting a triple bottom line agenda, the Footprints campaign is all about designing more liveable, sustainable and responsible communities and how brick can make this possible.
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Whether you're an architect or prospective homeowner, register & stay informed about the new and exciting design varieties offered by face brick.
