Bricks are one of the most popular choices for new home builders across Australia, and for a good reason. Making them a feature is no longer just about fireplaces in living rooms or living spaces. Brick exteriors add plenty of style to any façade, and are a durable and cost-effective choice. Brickwork is also a low maintenance option. Bricks have come a long way since the cream and red brick homes of the previous mid century designs, so let's look at 10 contemporary brick facades that are sure to inspire your dream home and give a stunning first impression.
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This Sovereign 50 with the Verve façade uses thin bricks with a light mortar for a contemporary look and feel. The marble-style tiles also add a sense of majesty, which is sure to impress visitors and passers-by. Despite using a dark brick, the light mortar allows for a light render.
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You don't have to stick to a single colour for your brick house – combining them can create an exciting façade, too. This Metro 32 with the Vogue façade does precisely that, and as you can see, it looks fantastic. The key here is not going overboard and opting for colours that complement each other. Having different materials in between helps as well. This modern design is also a great example of using brick tiles to create a feature pillar.
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Brick house exteriors don’t have to be “in your face” like days of old. The Langdon 32 with a Domain façade and white exterior showcases only a few bricksnear the front door and windows, but what is on display makes a big impact. The brown pairs perfectly with the timber windows and garage door, resulting in a contemporary brick façade that is sure to be the best on the street.
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Opting for a brick facade doesn't mean you can't achieve a particular look or feel. If you love the countryside style of French Provincial, you can incorporate brickwork into your façade to make an impact. Take the Signature by Metricon design The Somerset, for example. The use of brick on this design adds texture to the frontage so it doesn't all blend into one homogeneous look.
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Using dark bricks with a light mortar looks fantastic, especially when paired with other light elements, such as on the Savannah 41RF with the Doric façade. This design highlights the use of dark and light tones together, with a colour pallet including white, medium grey and almost black.
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Bricks can be paired with timber cladding, as seen on the Marion 42 with the Jensen façade. The two chocolate brown colours pair together perfectly and give you the best of both worlds. The brick pillar is a focal point proving you don't need to spend big to achieve a great feature.
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Here's another home design that uses bricks as a focal point. The Hampshire 45 with the Alessi façade uses ultra-slim grey bricks, resulting in a look that will dazzle anyone walking or driving past. We've placed a rustic sculpture in front of the brick wall, which you should also consider, as it forms the perfect backdrop for your artwork.
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The Freedom By Metricon design Salamanca 37 with the Como façade shows how classic brickwork can be enhanced when combined with other materials such as tiles and cladding. You may think the idea of brown bricks is unappealing, but the above image shows that it can be a modern option. It's proof that bricks are both affordable and stylish.
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Again, brickwork look best when combined with other building materials. The Designer by Metricon home The Artisan with a Pacific or Atlantic façade uses a variety of contemporary materials to bring this home to life. It plays with different textures – including smooth render, natural timber and brick – as well as different colours (such as white brick) and shades to achieve a look that is sure to impress.
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The Hampshire 54 uses a lot of bricks to create a striking façade. It brings the bricks up to the second floor, with three rendered segments to break it up. The Hampshire is a home with a classic look, one that will never go out of style – another benefit of using bricks in your home design.
Tips for a brick house façade
- Create a contrast between the brick and mortar colour to make an impact
- Make a mood board with all façade components to ensure they marry together
- Combine brick elements with a render to create a focal point on your façade
- Ensure your exterior colour scheme matches your interior design theme
- When choosing your bricks, take a sample outside to see how it looks in the sunlight
- Visit plenty of displays to get a feel for how a specific colour or style look when complete
- Choose the right brick for your location – a Studio M design specialist can help you make the right decision
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If you're still unsure of which façade materials to choose for your modern home, you can come into our Design and Inspiration Centre, Studio M in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Adelaide, and view a wide selection first-hand. You'll be able to see, touch, and feel various brick and render-style home options in person.
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For more house design and contemporary home façade inspiration, check out our image gallery or video gallery. Would-be homeowners can also find images of homes with a real brick finish and find ideas for your next project.
