Archello Awards 2026 · Enter your projects before 30 September 2026
Archello Awards 2026 · Enter your projects before 30 September 2026

Machine Made Dark Multi is a clay facing brick from H.G. Matthews, characterised by a textured finish and a rich mix of dark reds, purples, and brown tones. Manufactured at the company’s Buckinghamshire brickworks, it is suited to both new-build and conservation projects where a darker, more varied masonry appearance is desired.

Fired clay construction gives the brick excellent durability, supported by its strength, frost resistance, and minimal maintenance needs over time. H.G. Matthews manufactures the product as part of its wider approach to producing long-lasting building materials while improving transparency around environmental performance. The company’s machine-made brick range is covered by independently verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), enabling specifiers to access consistent environmental data during material selection. When paired with lime mortar, the brick can also support repairable masonry construction, helping buildings remain adaptable and serviceable throughout a long lifespan.

BEAM Hertford

Bennetts Associates has transformed a 1970s theatre in Hertford, England, into BEAM, a multi-purpose arts and culture venue. The project grew out of East Hertfordshire District Council’s recognition that culture is an important contributor to the future prosperity and well-being of local people.

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