Sarah Buckley . Articles Clinker Bricks: 3 Iconic Clinker Brick Houses Clinker bricks are partially-vitrified bricks used in the construction of buildings. Clinker bricks are produced when wet clay bricks are exposed to excessive heat during the firing process, sintering the surface of the brick and forming a shiny, dark-coloured coating. National Trust Heritage Awards 2020 shortlist announceed The National Trust (NSW) has today announced the shortlist for this year’s National Trust Heritage Awards. Australian Architecture, Houses & Buildings Australian architecture has generally been consistent with architectural trends in the wider Western world, with some special adaptations to compensate for distinctive Australian climatic and cultural factors. Block's City of Mundurah branding places as finalist at City Nation Place Awards 2020 Block is one of only nine finalists globally in the ‘Best Use of Design’ category at the City Nation Place Awards 2020. Federal environmental legislation must protect Australian War Memorial’s heritage value The Australian Institute of Architects has called on the Federal Environment Minister to block approval of the Australian War Memorial’s redevelopment proposal arguing that the demolition of Anzac Hall violates legislated heritage protections. Gray Puksand designs a brighter future for Melbourne's West Gray Puksand is playing a pivotal role in the future success of Melbourne’s burgeoning West, a region recognised as one of the country’s fastest growing.
