Our Mardi Gras evening was both entertaining and educational, as sponsors were available to discuss their products and services.

Thank you to photographer Natasha Bird!

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When it comes to the look and feel of homes, the materials used for exterior walls matter more than you might realize. But brick is unique in at least one way. Brick can be both simple and plain but also decorative and unusual. It all depends on how its used.

The most impressive brick buildings are often over 75 years old - brick houses last. But this trend is returning and contemporary houses are using the three elements of colour, texture and pattern in ways that add enduring beauty.

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.

In the 90’s, brick finishes were used to bring construction and long term maintenance costs down. While faux concrete bricks were cheapest, natural clay facebrick has always been popular for luxury suburban homes.

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.

Clay brick pavers are the material of choice for their natural beauty, durability and superior colour retention even when wet.  The timeless, earthy look and inherent durability of clay brick pavers withstands centuries of use. However, these are just some of the numerous benefits of the environmentally sustainable product.

Brick is used creatively in artworks around the world, demonstrating the flexibility and adaptability of brick as a construction design material.

Thank you to all our sponsors, speakers & delegates!

We were supported by 67 conference delegates, and a total of 112 people.  On behalf of the CBA Board of Directors, thank you to all our organisers, sponsors, speakers and delegates who made this an unforgettable and fun event.  Thank you to our host Johan and the regional Mpumalanga team and especially to organisers Mariana and Marnie.

Local clay brick is arranged in an authentic, artisanal geometric pattern, using repetition to create continually changing light and shadows throughout the day.  This house incorporates natural lighting through the lattice and window openings.   The clay brick with warmth and character to the unusual split-gable reinforced concrete, glass and steel structure.