Bricks are ancient. Not as old as circles, but fired bricks were in use in China over 5000 years ago.

As a lover of LEGO I am somewhat prejudiced, but you’ll have to admit that the concept of bricks is brilliant.

We all need to live somewhere safe and sheltered. And bricks made it much easier to build housing that could withstand the elements - including fire.

But the humble brick doesn’t only provide housing - it is also a joy to observe.

This week we’ll cast our eye on bricks. We’ll dive into how they’re made and laid.

Today, simply look for any old brick.

Pavement bricks, building bricks, broken bricks: what kind of bricks do you encounter during your day?

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