Maxima Range
The Maxima range combines traditional craftsmanship with innovative design to meet the growing demand for modern linear bricks. Inspired by the elegance of Roman bricks, this range offers architects and designers unparalleled flexibility to create striking and unique structures.
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How the Maxima came to life
The Maxima Range was developed in response to architects’ demand for linear bricks, a design trend originating in Europe. Inspired by the long, thin bricks used in Roman construction, architects wanted bricks that broke the static parameters of the standard 65 x 215 x 102mm brick size dictated by the rigidness of the moulding machine that made them. With York Handmade’s factory optimised for the inherent flexibility of clay, the Maxima range was born. We have the facility to make and produce bespoke sizes, including 327 x 102mm bricks in 37mm, 50mm, or 65mm heights, offering endless design possibilities.
The features of the linear format gives brickwork a more contemporary look. It is very effective at giving brickwork the interesting character of a stratified rock face. Here at York Handmade Brick, we believe the Maxima is special and different to others, as it is very effective at giving brickwork the interesting character of a stratified rock face. It gives building a distinct beauty transforming a mundane structure into a beautiful building. The quality of this? It looks great!
The linear format became popular initially in Cologne for a contemporary building inspired by Roman heritage in the area. Architects began to appreciate brick as a versatile cladding material with flexible options in terms of the size format. This could be used to add interest to the brickwork. Over the last 20 years, this trend has grown and is now popular in architecture all over Europe and beyond.
The Maxima range is a versatile choice for a wide variety of builds:
- Commercial buildings: frequently specified for modern developments in city centres.
- Self-build projects: perfect for creating ‘grand designs’ that maximise creative potential and deliver stunning results.
- Architectural masterpieces: a go-to option for designers looking to add interest and elegance to brickwork while preserving authenticity.
York Handmade offers Ebor and Waterstuck textures in the Maxima linear size format. We have the option to manufacture a 327 x 102 brick in a 37, 50 or 65mm format, that is 6 permutations to suit the designers requirements, all available in our wide range of colour blends.
Get in touch
Looking to incorporate Maxima into your next project? With bespoke size options, and diverse colour blends, the Maxima Range offers flexibility and style. Contact us today to discuss your requirements and turn your architectural vision into reality.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Sizes | 327 x 102 x 37mm 327 x 102 x 50mm 327 x 102 x 65mm |
|---|---|
| Durability designation | F2/S2 |
| Compressive strength | MIN 17 N/mm2 |
| Water absorbtion | Max 18% |
| Average weight of pack (any size) | 1.1 tonnes |
| Pack sizes | 37 mm - 522 per pack 50 mm - 396 per pack 65 mm - 324 per pack |
Be inspired - Maxima Long Format Bricks
York Handmade supplied 200,000 specially manufactured Maxima bricks for a stunning state-of-the-art development at 25 Baker Street, in the heart of London’s West End.
Mike Taylor, Principal, Hopkins Architects, who designed 25 Baker Street, enthused: “We were looking for a brick that fitted into the Georgian heritage setting but needed to work well with our setting out in a stretcher bond. The 327x50mm York Handmade gave us a subtle variation of colour and texture and the elongated shape provides an elegant modern appearance.”
This significant contract was worth £276,000 to York Handmade, one of the leading independent brickmakers in the country.
25 Baker Street is a joint venture development between Derwent London and The Portman Estate.
The project features a 200,000 sq ft office building, 42 residential apartments, 10 affordable housing units developed in conjunction with Native Land, and 20,000sq ft of prime retail space. A public arcade beneath the centre of the office block will lead to a new landscaped courtyard, and a route out through the Georgian terrace on nearby Gloucester Place.
David Armitage, Chairman of York Handmade stated: “In a wider context, our work on this stunning development marks over a decade of York Handmade Brick’s involvement in reshaping the look of England’s capital city. During the past 14 years we have provided the bricks for some of London’s most stunning new buildings. Many of these have also used the linear format brick including The Shard, The Carmelite Embankment, One Molyneux, Marylebone Thayer Street, and Cadence at Kings Cross.
25 Baker Street will be completed next year.
