Working with reclaimed materials brings both opportunity and responsibility. It is a powerful way to reduce emissions and promote smart material use, while also introducing additional complexity in execution.
This is exactly what we experienced on the Harvestad project in Sweden, where reused bricks were integrated into precast concrete walls as a decorative finish.
The use of reclaimed bricks required careful preparation. Due to variations in shape and colour, our team developed the right sequencing and processing methods to achieve a consistent and high-quality architectural result. The outcome speaks for itself - the visual impact is strong, and the technical solution is robust.
The building also features our Reshape concrete PLUS products with 50% clinker substitution, cutting overall COâ‚‚ emissions by 20%*.
Circular building is no longer a theoretical concept. Today, the focus is on implementing it efficiently, reliably, and at scale - through technical expertise, early involvement, and responsible execution.
*Compared to our standard EPD results.
