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Brick and a contrasting cladding are one of the most popular combinations we're seeing right now — and it's easy to see why. Brick brings warmth, solidity, and low maintenance, while the contrasting cladding you pair it with gives your home its personality. Think dark Linea Oblique against warm rustic rumbled brick, or the rustic beauty of timber against a clean streamlined flat face brick. The combination creates depth and kerb appeal that a single-material exterior simply can't match. When you're choosing your exterior, consider texture, maintenance, and how the materials will age together over time — the best homes look even better after 10 years.
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One practical tip worth knowing: feature cladding works best when it runs from internal corner to internal corner, or above and below windows. On gable ends in particular, using a feature cladding instead of brick can be a smart cost saving — and it often looks stunning. Our team can walk you through what works best for your design and budget and what is working best on current builds.
