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Designing with Clay Pavers: Standards, sustainability and smart detailing for lasting landscapes
This CPD explores how to design and specify clay pavers for sustainable, long-lasting landscapes. Learn how clay supports low-carbon construction, meets BS 7533 standards and offers design flexibility across public, commercial and residential spaces.
The session covers paver types, laying patterns, installation methods and smart detailing including edge restraints, permeable systems and Aquata technology. Whether you're working on urban regeneration, public realm or private developments, this CPD equips you to deliver durable, compliant and visually striking paving schemes.
Who is this CPD for?
Suitable for – Perfect for both new and experienced landscape architects, urban designers, civil engineers, specifiers and contractors working on external works, public realm or sustainable drainage projects.
What you'll learn
By the end of the session, attendees will be able to:
- Explain the sustainability benefits and lifecycle performance of clay pavers
- Identify different clay paver types and their aesthetic and structural characteristics
- Understand BS 7533 and BS EN 1344 standards for paving design and installation
- Select appropriate laying patterns based on traffic load and structural performance
- Detail edge restraint systems and inboard cutting for long-term durability
- Compare flexible (unbound) and rigid (bound) installation methods
- Design permeable paving systems including Aquata pavers for SuDS compliance
- Use CBR testing to determine sub-base requirements and pavement build-up
- Apply smart detailing to reduce maintenance and improve performance across applications
Ready to book 'Designing with clay pavers: standards, sustainability and smart detailing for lasting landscapes' CPD for your team or project? Request a session below.
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