Major shift, as 30 per cent of homes no longer built from brick
While brick remains prevalent, accounting for a significant portion of residential construction, there has been a discernible uptick in the adoption of alternative building materials.
There has been a notable expansion in the use of alternative construction methods over the past few years. (Image source: Shutterstock.com)
For decades, the sight of brick houses has been synonymous with residential construction in Australia.
The robustness of brick, coupled with marketing campaigns emphasising its durability, has entrenched it as the go-to material for homebuilders.
However, recent years have witnessed a significant shift as alternative building technologies gain momentum.
This shift is not merely driven by preference but is a response to a confluence of factors,…
