Architects inspire us every day. You take our simple, versatile clay fired brick to incredible heights and creative places. We celebrate your innovation with the buildings we feature regularly in print ads and brochures. And now Acme Brick introduces Case Studies in Brick, a growing library of in-depth looks at the design work that goes into these projects.
Here you can view and download each case study that include:
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Phi Mu Fraternity, University of Arkansas, FayettevilleHistorical Authenticity Finds Acme Brick HarmonyThrough attention to detail and meticulous craftsmanship, this sorority house harmonizes beautifully with neighboring buildings on the University of Arkansas campus.             |
St. Vincent, Mixed Use Building, Austin TexasThis mixed-use project stands on a prominent corner of Austin’s storied South Congress Avenue, turning what had been a parking lot into a bustling retail and creative office space. Interaction with nature was central to the design. A blend of brick shades and textures provided the right animated surface for this vibrant pedestrian district. Brick defines the project as both its predominant surface material and its readily visible image from street or sidewalk.     |
Savannah Arts Center, GeorgiaArchitects took heart from a historic fragment onsite and railroad buildings to restore life to a prominent piece of the historic district.         |
Columbia State CC, Williamson CampusArchitects reinterpeted historic brick buildings nearby in a modern forms that read from a distance to reflect the warm feel of brick up close, setting up a foundation for campus build-out over time.         |
Washington Heights Elementary, Fort WorthWashington Heights Elementary School is back in the sunshine, rebuilt above grade to replace a 1979 underground school. Airport noise mitigation now comes from angled walls of Featherlite Hill Country Stone. Entry and playground facades have colorful walls of Acme Brick, animated by a multicolor basketweave pattern that celebrates the school's prominent site. With Acme’s durable, beautiful masonry products, the future is bright, indeed.       |
Worthington Bank, ClearforkMany of Fort Worth’s best-loved buildings are built of modular Acme Brick. Now that roster includes a bank literally next door to our headquarters. Every aspect of the new Worthington National Bank building speaks to elegance, sophistication, and respect for tradition. Yet the entire project, from pilasters to arches, was executed using only economical modular brick, in standard colors and textures, sourced from nearby brick plants. Ready to turn a value proposition into an architectural statement?       |
Central Academic Building, Texas A&M San AntonioThis project opens a new chapter for the revered A&M system, and an entire new line for Acme Brick. The expansive campus is a bold commitment to an underserved South Texas population, designed to interpret regional tradition and architectural history in striking ways. Acme Brick worked closely with the design team to create a blade cut brick for a smoother alternative to wire cutting. Now, we are making select blade cut blends available as new options in creative design to take your imagination further.        |
