What are eco bricks?
Eco bricks are specially engineered bricks created to provide shelter and nesting areas for a wide range of wildlife - including birds, bees and bats.
They are designed with built-in cavities or customised compartments that mimic natural habitats, seamlessly integrating into your masonry while offering vital resources for native species.
These bricks can be used in various settings:
From bee bricks with pollinator-friendly nooks to bird bricks with nesting pockets, these bricks are an elegant solution to a pressing ecological problem: habitat loss.
Why these bricks matter
Wildlife populations have declined drastically in recent decades due to urban sprawl, habitat fragmentation, and the increased use of sterile, wildlife-unfriendly construction materials.
But every brick tells a story - and eco bricks tell a story of resilience, restoration, and respect for the planet.
Here’s why they are so important:
⦿ Combat biodiversity loss Provide safe shelter and nesting spaces for vulnerable or declining species like house sparrows, swifts, solitary bees, and bats.
⦿ Eco-friendly architecture Promote sustainable building by incorporating living ecosystems directly into your project.
⦿ Support pollination Bee bricks encourage the presence of pollinators, which are crucial for healthy gardens and local food systems.
⦿ Education and engagement Ideal for schools, community spaces, and public buildings that aim to engage people in environmental stewardship.
Types of eco bricks available at Brickhunter
We work with leading manufacturers to offer a wide range of eco-bricks - including Ibstock's EcoHabitat range.
Here are some of the most popular types available:
Bee bricks
Designed with small, tube-like cavities, bee bricks provide nesting sites for solitary bees - some of nature’s most effective pollinators. These bees don’t produce honey or sting, making them ideal for urban and garden settings.
Bird bricks
Built with nesting chambers for small birds such as swifts, sparrows, and tits, bird bricks can be installed seamlessly into the external walls of buildings to support urban bird populations.
Bat bricks
Bats are essential for pest control and pollination. Bat bricks provide daytime roosts and help maintain healthy bat populations, especially in areas where traditional roosting sites have been lost.
Popular styles and colours
At Brickhunter, we offer a wide range of animal habitat bricks to suit every design style and colour scheme. Choose from reds, blues or soft buff tones.
Some of our most popular products include:
⦿ Ibstock Bat Box C - Smooth Cream Large Discreet and easy to install, Ibstock's clay-faced Bat Box provides a haven for the endangered Pipistrelle bat in brick walling systems.
⦿ Ibstock Cheddar Golden Bee Brick Over the past decade, numbers of our native bees have been falling at an alarming rate. The Ibstock EcoHabitats BeeHabitat allows the bee to create a safe nest in the face of a brick.
⦿ Ibstock Sparrow Box - Smooth Red To help bolster the UK's rapidly dwindling sparrow population and provide them with a place of safety and comfort, Ibstock has developed the EcoHabitats Sparrow Box nesting solution.
We work with the UK’s leading brick manufacturers to offer a curated selection of high-quality eco bricks, all available for direct delivery to your site.
Benefits for builders, architects and property owners
Whether you're an architect seeking sustainable solutions or a homeowner passionate about nature, these innovative products offer benefits beyond conservation:
⦿ Aesthetic versatility Available in various colours, sizes, and finishes to match existing masonry styles and building materials.
⦿ Easy integration Designed to fit within standard brickwork with minimal adjustments during construction.
⦿ Low maintenance Once installed, habitat bricks require little to no upkeep.
⦿ Compliant with UK and international sustainability goals Ideal for projects aiming to meet environmental and biodiversity targets.
Tailored solutions for every project
At Brickhunter, we understand that every building is unique - and so is every habitat. That’s why we offer:
⦿ Custom sourcing Need a specific type, size, or colour? We’ll find the perfect eco-bricks to match your project requirements.
⦿ Expert advice Not sure what species you should support or how to integrate the bricks into your design? Our team is here to help.
⦿ Bulk discounts Ideal for developers and architects working on larger or multi-unit projects.
Join the nature-positive building movement
The future of construction is sustainable - and nature-positive design is at the heart of this transformation. By choosing eco bricks, you're taking a small step with a big impact. You're building a home not just for people, but for the planet.
Whether you’re developing eco-friendly housing, retrofitting a school, or designing a nature-inspired office space, we can help you bring your vision to life - while giving wildlife a place to thrive.
Shop eco-bricks at Brickhunter
We make it simple to find and order eco bricks online. Our expert team connects you with the best manufacturers and materials - all at competitive prices and with UK-wide delivery.
Need help with product selection? Reach out to our friendly team for advice tailored to your location, building type, and sustainability goals.
Explore our full range of specialist bricks today - and be part of the movement to build with nature, not against it. 🐝
