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Ibstock Supply Bricks for a New Building at the University of Sussex

Fulton Building, University of Sussex

The original buildings on the Sussex University campus were designed by Sir Basil Spence and are now listed. When designing the buildings Spence wanted to make sure that both the look and the materials were sympathetic to the location, a theme that has remained consistent in the design of the new Fulton Building. The Fulton Building was designed so that it could sit alongside Spence's original Boiler house, and by placing it at right angles to the building it has created a new campus focal point, a lawned quadrangle hidden from the view of unsightly car parks.

The design of the building incorporates a new building next to an existing one. Brick was considered to be an integral part of the design approach as it would allow a seamless match between old and new. Ibstock were the favoured manufacturer primarily because of our ability to match new bricks to older, existing bricks. Due to the age and weathering of the existing buildings Ibstock created a unique blend so that the brickwork on the new building would match that on the existing buildings. Our Swanage Factory created a unique Swanage Falmer Blend which involved the architect and factory manager working closely and mixing percentages of certain bricks until the desired blend was achieved. Ibstock bricks have helped add an attractive aesthetic appeal to a major structural sheer wall, while remaining practical and environmentally responsible.

Client: University of Sussex

Architect: ADP Architecture

Brickwork Contractor: Morgan Ashurst

Introducing the Sustainable Product Guide

How often are we reminded about the consequences of our actions on the environment around us?

Once a day? Twice a day? How many of us have brought a bag for life?

Environmental issues are as much of a concern for the construction industry. At Ibstock we have been promoting the benefits of using brick over other building materials for many years. However, in light of the additional pressures that contractors and architects are facing when it comes to selecting environmental friendly materials we thought we could make life much easier for them.

We are launching a new Sustainable Product Guide which highlights key features of brick but also focuses on a selection of products that have even greater environmentally friendly benefits over other building materials. This brochure looks at products in detail, highlights key features and benefits and provides technical information. It is a vital piece of literature for those that are keen to use products that are as environmentally friendly and as sustainable as possible.

For your copy call or Literature Hotline on 0844 800 4578.

Ibstock Involved with Express Yourself Brick Project

In a unique collaboration between Gedling Borough Council, Nottingham City Arts and Ibstock Brick, ceramicist Sandy Bywater is creating a cluster of inscribed brick seats for a story telling area to be installed at Arnot Hill Park at the end of November. Under the auspices of the arts-on-prescription project, 'Express Yourself', Sandy is working with a group of young people and their families to shape the stacks then decorate the bricks with poems, riddles and excerpts from stories. Mike Chapman from Ibstock's Dorket Head factory has been advising and Brian Huddleston from Ibstock's Atlas Factory near Walsall has provided over 200 bricks for the project.

Pictured L to R; Alma Cunliffe (City Arts) some of the young people with family, Sandy Bywater, artist.

Withdrawn Products

The table below itemises a number of products that we have recently withdrawn and also their replacement products with product codes. Please note that all of the alternative products are available to view in panel format and therefore if you would like to order a sample please either go online or call our Literature Hotline number on 0844 8004578

Withdrawn Product

Alternative Product

Himley Golden Russet (A0357A)

Royston Golden Buff (A0517A)

Walmley Red Sandfaced (A0377A)

Dorking Red (A4125A)

Hylton Medley (A2942A)

Holbeach Red (A0305A)

Langley Russet (A2943A)

Holbeach Antique (A3740A)

Bradgate Purple (A0024A)

Bradgate Red (A0020A)

Bradgate Brindle (A0029A)

Grosvenor Purple Multi (A0170A)

Ivanhoe Red (A0063A)

Bradgate Red (A0020A)

Ivanhoe Orange (A0056A)

Ivanhoe Cottage Blend (A0055A)

Golden Brown Multi Rustic ( A0532A)

Oatmeal Textured (A2715A)

Aztec Multi Rustic (A0529A)

Royston Silver Grey (A0516A)

Melton Buff Multi (A0535A)

Argyll Russet Multi (A3586A)

Melton Weathered Buff (A0536A)

Argyll Russet Multi (A3586A)

Ainsdale Weathered (A3564A)

Lancashire Weathered (A3563A)

Athol Red Multi (A3584A)

Roughdales Red Multi Rustic (A3579A)

Mancunian Red (A4147A)

Dorking Red (A4125A)