A total of twenty-three different nonstandard brick types and special shapes
were created from architectural drawings,
ranging from bespoke piers, to the angled
doglegs which make up much the slash
and stitch-work on the north wing.
“Each special shape and design required
bespoke wooden moulds and a high
level of craftsmanship, which was
delivered by our most experienced
master brickmakers and skilled handthrowers, each with over twenty years of
experience,” said Dale.
Outstanding structure
The result is an outstanding building,
which is not only a testament to MUMA’s
remarkable design, vision and originality,
but to the standards of craftsmanship
involved in its construction.
“We believe that this exciting
redevelopment is one of the most
influential and inspiring architectural
projects of this decade, which will enable
the Whitworth to remain one of the UK’s
foremost art galleries for many years to
come,” said Jo Beggs, the Whitworth’s
Head of Development.
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Northcot Brick Ltd., Station Road,
Blockley, Nr. Moreton-in-Marsh,
Gloucestershire, GL56 9LH.
Tel: 01386 700551.
Fax: 01386 700852.
Email: [email protected],
Web: www.northcotbrick.co.uk