Clay Brick
Product Design in Sandton

For nearly five decades, the Clay Brick Association of Southern Africa has contributed significantly to the growth, development and quality of the building industry, setting the standards for high quality products as produced by its members.
Developing and growing competitive awareness, knowledge and support of clay masonry and maintaining consistent standards in the use of clay brick for good value and performance in building.
Knowledge and support of clay masonry and maintaining consistent standards in the use of Clay Brick and pavers for good value and performance in the construction of buildings and paving surfaces.
Building is the engine for growth and wealth creation through Property Ownership with Clay Brick and paving being the preferred sustainable partner for good.

Picture this, you’re sitting down with your architect in the beginning stages of planning your dream home and you realise that every decision from design to function is yours to make. Clay brick has a lifespan of over 100 years, making it ideal for long lasting South African social and residential infrastructure. Due to its high thermal mass, clay brick stays warm in winter, and cool in summer, reducing your carbon footprint & energy costs. Clay brick homes and social infrastructure are not just beautiful, they are a solid investment. The CBA expands knowledge and support for clay brick masonry and maintains building standards in the use of clay bricks and pavers in construction. We educate the clay brick industry about energy efficient, environmentally-sustainable manufacturing technologies. In 2013, ClayBrick.org and the University of Pretoria made history through the signing of the agreement to pursue the industry 'Life Cycle Assessment for Clay Brick Walling in South Africa'. An LCA is an internationally and scientifically recognised approach that measures the environmental impact of a product. Safe & secure clay brick masonry ensures a lasting legacy for social infrastructure. Brick masonry is energy-efficient, with excellent noise insulation and maximum fire ratings. Clay brick pavers are the material of choice for their natural beauty, durability and superior colour retention even when wet. However, these are just some of the numerous benefits of the environmentally sustainable product. Top commercial buildings that use brick as part of their architectural design or structure. Examples of high-density residential complexes, and Affordable residential housing using clay brick for architectural detail or structure. For inspiration, this gallery shows South African residential and commercial buildings using special shapes. Corners, radials, bullnoses, sloped sills, headers, coping caps angles, curves, and other dramatic effects result in signature residential and commercial architecture. Sill and coping arrangements protect wall brick beneath windows, doors or wall caps. Exposed masonry designs define one of the latest trends in modern homes, adding character by creating stunning accents that enrich the design whatever its inspiration. A brick-in-sand patio is easy to build and requires just a few basic skills. It’s a great way to expand the living area of the home, provide an entertainment area for family and friends and increase the value of your home. The same brick-in-sand method can be used to provide a convenient, flat pathway keeps your feet out of the mud on a rainy day. Brick is used creatively in artworks around the world, demonstrating the flexibility and adaptability of brick as a construction design material. A braai is not a difficult project, and you should be able to complete it in a weekend. The 2015/2016 Corobrik SAIA Awards of Excellence in Architecture are the highest accolade to be given to an architectural projects in South Africa.