Brick selection
Premium, handmade or low-volume bricks can add £25–£80/m² through higher purchase prices, handling and sorting.
Bond and detailing
Flemish bonds, feature panels, corbelling and contrasting courses typically increase the rate by 15–35%.
Openings and returns
Numerous windows, piers, reveals and short runs can add 15–40% through reduced laying productivity and additional cutting.
Joint finish
Recessed, weather-struck or specialist coloured pointing can add £8–£25/m² compared with standard tooled joints.
Access and logistics
Hoisting constraints, scaffold alterations and limited storage can increase the installed rate by £10–£30/m².
Location and workload
London, constrained city-centre sites and periods of high trade demand commonly attract uplifts of 10–20%.