The Habibat Bug Brick is manufactured using durable masonry materials, providing a long-lasting feature within the building fabric.

The brick incorporates a range of small cavities, voids and textured surfaces, creating sheltered spaces for insects and minibeasts. These features replicate the types of environments insects naturally seek, such as crevices, gaps and protected recesses.

Constructed using masonry materials with an A1 reaction-to-fire classification, and bonded using A2-s1,d0 classified adhesive, the unit is suitable for modern construction where durability and fire performance are important considerations.

The brick can be supplied to match surrounding materials, allowing it to integrate discreetly into the building façade.

The Habibat Bug Brick is designed to support a range of insects and beneficial invertebrates, including species that seek out sheltered, dark spaces.

This may include:

• Ladybirds
• Lacewings

Other small insects and minibeasts

Ladybirds and lacewings are particularly beneficial, as they help control aphids and other garden pests, supporting natural pest management.

By providing suitable habitat, bug bricks can help support a wider ecosystem, contributing to food chains and providing prey for species such as birds and bats.

The Habibat Bug Brick is designed for simple installation during construction by bricklayers. Manufactured to standard UK brick dimensions, it can be installed directly into masonry as part of the build process.

• Installed in place of a standard brick
• No specialist installation required
• Simple for bricklayers to incorporate into the build
• Supports programme certainty across multiple plots
• Designed to last the lifetime of the building

For best results, bug bricks should be installed in locations where nearby planting and landscaping can support insect activity.

The Habibat Bug Brick is suitable for a wide range of developments including:

• Housing developments
• Schools and educational buildings
• Commercial developments
• Architect-designed projects
• Mixed-use and regeneration schemes

It is particularly effective where developments include landscaping designed to support biodiversity and wildlife.

The Habibat Bug Brick forms part of a wider biodiversity enhancement strategy, helping developments respond to ecological requirements and local authority expectations.

While insect habitat features are not typically included within statutory biodiversity metrics, they are often encouraged as additional biodiversity enhancements that contribute to the ecological value of a site.

They are most effective when used as part of a holistic approach, alongside planting, habitat creation and other ecological features.

Habibat works with architects, developers, ecologists and contractors to ensure the right nesting features are selected and delivered effectively.

We can assist with:

• Advice on product selection
• Reviewing drawings and layouts
• Guidance on positioning and specification
• Support with planning and ecological requirements
• Practical advice on installation and buildability

Our aim is to make ecological enhancement straightforward and practical to deliver on site.