Flexbrick: The ceramic fabric that revolutionizes facade architecture

Introduction

In the evolution of building envelopes, it is rare to find a technology capable of combining the millennial tradition of ceramics with the flexibility of steel. The Flexbrick system, of which VM Group is an expert partner, represents precisely this revolution: a ceramic “fabric” that allows buildings to be clad with a formal freedom previously unthinkable for traditional facade systems.

What is the Flexbrick system?

Don't call it simple cladding. Flexbrick is an industrialized system based on a network of stainless steel wires that trap ceramic elements (bricks or stoneware) creating flexible “sheets.”

• Flexibility: It can be curved and adapted to organic shapes.

• Modularity: The ceramic elements can be dense or sparse, creating variable transparencies.

• Speed of installation: It is lifted by crane and unrolled vertically, drastically reducing construction time compared to piece-by-piece installation.

Applications: Beyond the Ventilated Facade

The great advantage of Flexbrick lies in its versatility. With thirty years of experience in construction, we at VM Group see this material as the ultimate solution to three architectural challenges:

• Sunshades and Screens: Thanks to the possibility of leaving gaps between the bricks, Flexbrick acts as a dynamic sunshade, protecting the building from radiation while allowing natural light to pass through.

• Curved Surfaces: Where a rigid slab would require complex substructures and costly cuts, ceramic fabric naturally follows the curvature of the structure.

• Flooring and Roofing: It can be used to create aesthetic continuity between the facade and the horizontal plane (squares or roof gardens).

VM Group technical management

Despite its apparent simplicity, Flexbrick requires rigorous engineering design. This is where our expertise in substructures comes into play:

• Anchoring systems: We design and supply the header profiles and support combs needed to tension the fabric in complete safety, calculating weight loads and wind thrust.

• Aesthetic integration: We take care of every millimeter detail where Flexbrick meets other materials (glass, metal, or traditional ceramics), ensuring a high-quality finish.

Why choose it in 2026?

In a market that is increasingly focused on sustainability and 3D modularity, Flexbrick is the ideal choice. It is a dry system that can be completely dismantled and recycled, meeting the criteria of the circular economy. Furthermore, its aesthetic impact gives the building a unique architectural “signature,” increasing its prestige and real estate value.

Would you like to integrate the Flexbrick system into your next project? Contact our technical department for a customized feasibility study.