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The Chief Bricks Journal
Real-world advice replaces fluff here.
Explore expert insights on reclaimed materials, design trends, installation guides, case studies, and the history behind the bricks and stones that shape today’s best projects.
Reclaimed Hudson River Bricks - A Signature of New York Contemporary Architecture
Designers choose reclaimed Hudson River red brick for many of New York City's most skillfully renovated contemporary homes. Let's explore why an artful array of mixed batches and colors of original New York brick accomplishes the most authentic-looking facade. Spoiler alert: It can't be achieved with new materials.

