The aesthetics of your home are really important, both inside and out. For example, you need to decide if the materials you are using are the right ones. Then, if you are using bricks, you have to think about whether you want to stick with raw brick or prefer plaster and paint.
Why did people use plaster initially?
Covering up brick facades with plaster became popular for several reasons. Most importantly it could cover up low quality bricks and poor workmanship. It could also create a smooth surface rather than the texture and lines with brickwork. Some people also love the idea of being able to paint over the plaster. In addition, the plasterwork could add extra protection against water.
Why is raw brick popular then?
Some people prefer the look and style of raw bricks. The natural colours can be really impressive and characterise a property. In fact, there are some conservation areas where you can only build new homes using the same stone as the one that was used to build neighbouring buildings. Another great thing about bricks is that skilful bricklayers can create all kinds of incredible patterns with them. This can really make a property stand out. The high quality of some modern bricks also makes it a shame to cover them up. One more thing people appreciate is that leaving bricks raw reduces the amount of materials they need to use. This is especially good with things like plaster and concrete because their production can be harmful to the environment. Not using them also saves build time.