Ultima | RT 154

Danish brick manufacturer Randers Tegl’s story stretches back well over a century, and one of the newest chapters revolves around its distinctive, long-format brick Ultima.

Thanks to the age-old waterstruck technique used in their production, each Ultima brick from Randers Tegl that’s produced is unique – providing buildings with an added layer of character.

When it came to choosing a brick for its Casa Sand project in Aarhus, Denmark, Christoffersen & Weiling Architects decided on the Ultima from Randers Tegl. Find out why, here.

Historic neighbourhoods seldomly generate new buildings. But last year, one such sprouted on a historic old boulevard in Denmark.

Twice as long as conventional bricks and just 38mm high, the linearity of the Ultima brick offers architects refreshing ways to dialogue with surrounding environments.

While brick has enjoyed a renaissance in contemporary architecture, due in no small part to its sustainability credentials, manufacturer Randers Tegl is delivering even greater creative potential and versatility with its long-format Ultima brick