The Reclaimed Broken Common Bricks project at 53 John Street, Woollahra, integrates sustainability, craftsmanship, and community engagement. Located in Woollahra’s arts district, the project transforms discarded bricks into architectural and cultural assets, embracing material reuse and circular economy principles.

The initiative establishes a shared artist residence and gallery, addressing the need for affordable housing and creative spaces. By supporting emerging and underrepresented artists, it fosters an inclusive artistic community and enriches Woollahra’s cultural landscape. Through exhibitions, workshops, and public programs, the gallery promotes environmental awareness and highlights the potential of reclaimed materials in design.

Our approach redefines quality through craftsmanship and cultural heritage. Discarded bricks are reimagined as façades, ornamental screens, and textural features, blending traditional techniques with modern sustainability. A signature broken-brick screen façade enhances thermal performance, natural ventilation, and aesthetic depth.

Beyond architecture, the project engages the public in sustainability discourse. The gallery’s exhibitions explore upcycling and material innovation, inspiring visitors to rethink waste in design. By bridging past and future, the Reclaimed Broken Common Bricks project positions Woollahra as a leader in sustainable cultural development, setting a new benchmark for environmentally and socially conscious design.