#FlashbackFriday to our 3rd Annual Masonry Workshop!
From hands-on #bricklaying to in-depth case studies, we hope you left with new skills, fresh #inspiration, and a deeper appreciation for the craft of #masonry. At Bricks Incorporated, we’re more than just a supplier—we’re committed to empowering architects through continued learning. Our AIA-approved CEU workshops are designed to break down barriers and encourage creativity in #brick #design.
A huge thank you to our #guestspeaker, Sean McGuire of Gensler, for walking us through the Prairie Shores #development as #lead architect on the project.
Shoutout to our incredible partners for donating materials: @yankeehillbrickmfgco , @pacificclay , @interstatebrick , and @spec_mix_official . And a special thanks to @imi_illinois and @iubacadc1ofil for their labor, #mentorship, and on-site #support.
🎥: @konrad.wazny
Let’s keep #pushingboundaries—one brick at a time. 🧱
#BuildWithBrick #MasonryMatters #AIAContinuingEducation #ArchitectsOfInstagram #BrickByBrick #DesignInspires #PrairieShores #BrickWorkshop #ArchitectureCommunity
We finally got around to photographing a gorgeous project designed while working at my previous firm.
The masonry work looks amazing (thanks @bricksincorporated ), the windows fit it perfectly (thanks @searls_windows )
The team did an amazing job on the whole project.
68 new units (10% at 30%AMI) @chicagodoh
Thanks to @aldermanmattmartin for the support throughout this PD process.
Thanks to @longfordconstruction for choosing me and my team for this project. We hope you are as proud of the @belfieldchicago as we are.
pics by @brickofchicago
#forthejoyofarchitecture
No Longer Human Tea Shop offers a quiet, intentional escape in #Evanston. Located at 1810 Central St, the space isn’t designed to overwhelm on entry — but to stay with you long after you leave.
As architect Sam Park puts it, the #experience “lies entirely on how people feel when they leave — just a little more present and hopefully a little more human.”
Architect: @sangchaipark
Mason: @thechicagomason
In case you missed it — Bricks Incorporated and Fenestration Solutions have officially landed in Wisconsin…
Take a peek inside our new #architectureanddesign #showroom in Verona. With over 200 brick, stone, and rainscreen displays, the space is framed by #expansive fenestration systems and built to #inspire architects, builders, and homeowners alike.
Wisconsin’s design market has been waiting for a true #luxury, custom materials resource — consider us your go-to.
Have you seen? #400LakeShoreDr is taking shape!
Set for completion in 2027, the two #cascadingglass towers will rise nearly 900 feet, anchored by a light gray–toned #bricklobby at the base—bringing an indelible landmark to the skyline.
Stay tuned for more updates!
Architect: @skidmoreowingsmerrill
Interior Designer: @marchandwhitedesign
Client: @related_midwest
GC: @bowaconstruction
#CRANSymposium tickets are now on sale! This year's theme, House, Health, and Heritage, breaks down the technical and emotional layers of architecture. Join us for a full day of #insights from #leadingarchitectural practitioners shaping the field today.
See more and register today at /cransymposium-2026
For over 40 years, @designbridge architects + planners have helped shape Chicago’s neighborhoods through thoughtful, #community-driven, and sustainable #design. Honored as #FirmoftheYear (2025) by the Illinois Real Estate Journal, their work continues to leave a lasting impact across the city.
As master planners and architects for Bellwood Gateway and United Yards, their vision is rooted in both place and people.
We’ve had the pleasure of collaborating on several impactful projects, including:
- Bellwood Gateway
- 801 Oak Park
- United Yards
- Roosevelt Square
- 1237 N California
We look forward to whats next.
Bricks Incorporated wouldn’t be what it is today without the partners we collaborate with along the way. One of those partners is @formedspace — a boutique, design-driven general contractor based in Chicago. With experience across hospitality, office, residential, restoration, and new construction, their work reflects a thoughtful approach to craft, materials, and detail.
Here are a few projects we’ve had the pleasure of collaborating on together:
Nothing Design Co. | 3426 W Armitage, Chicago
Architect: @rangedesign
Mason: @thechicagomason
Features: @interstatebrick
HackHaus | 4649 N Broadway, Chicago
Architect: @mdt_architects
Features: @mcnearbrick
4629 N Broadway | Chicago
Architect: @mdt_architects
Features: @fornacesantanselmo
Always grateful for partners who bring strong craftsmanship and thoughtful design to projects across the city. 🧱✨
An inspiring visit to @fornacesantanselmo with a few of our architectural partners last week
Architects were given a behind-the-scenes look at the brickmaking process—exploring how tradition, craftsmanship, and innovation come together to create truly bespoke materials. From custom glazing to unique textures, the possibilities go far beyond the standard palette.
A hands-on experience that sparks new ideas for future projects.
@lafree@mikeshivelyarchitect@bulleyresidential
Thrive Exchange South marks a major step forward for the South Shore neighborhood as part of the INVEST South/West initiative in Chicago.
To avoid a monotonous facade, KOO Architecture designed a masonry blend using 20% Pewter Matte and 80% Ash Matte from @interstatebrick . Most of the exterior features full-bed-depth Emperor units (4 × 2 1/4 × 16), while modular units were used to achieve the tighter radius corners you see throughout the facade.
The new mixed-use development brings affordable, market-rate, and for-sale condos to the area, along with job opportunities through ground-floor retail and a federally qualified health center—helping increase residential density and community investment in South Shore.
Architect: @kooarchitecture
GC: @gmabuilds
Mason: Sandsmith Masonry
#ThriveExchange #ChicagoArchitecture #Masonry #SouthShoreChicago #InvestSouthWest
A playful — yet thoughtful color palette brings Forrestal Elementary to life. Warm earth tones layered with soft neutrals and deep accents create movement across the façade. The custom brick blend from @interstatebrick and embedded thin brick panels work together to deliver depth, texture, and a subtle gradient that shifts beautifully in different light throughout the day.
Architect: @perkinseastman.chicago
GC: @bulleyandrews1891
Precast: @internationalconcreteproducts
See more:
/project/forrestal-elementary-great-lakes/
