Brick-slips Made in Germany
TONWERK: Our origin story
Tonwerk offers brick-slips made in Germany. The brand develops ceramic facade elements for modern architecture, combining technical precision with a clear design approach.
As part of the Interbau-Blink Group, Tonwerk has its origins in the Westerwald – a region with a long history of clay extraction and processing. This geographical and industrial heritage is part of the brand's history and is connected to the development of ceramic products.
Brick Slips for Contemporary Architecture
Tonwerk brick slips create an authentic brick appearance in a variety of formats, surfaces and colour shades, produced using ceramic manufacturing processes such as extrusion and digital printing. They are used particularly in external thermal insulation composite systems (ETICS), as well as in new construction and renovation projects. Their low material thickness and reduced weight offer a range of options for facade design, while retaining the visual character of traditional brick.
In architectural applications, they combine functionality with design flexibility and are suitable for buildings where an authentic material appearance is a key consideration.
The Origin of the Tonwerk brand
The name Tonwerk is directly derived from the material and the brand's origins. The Westerwald location has traditionally been associated with clay deposits and is closely connected to the ceramics industry. “Ton” refers to the natural raw material that forms the basis of production, while “Werk” describes industrial manufacturing and processing.
The idea for the name and the brand identity developed from it originated with Michael Dickopf, who was Managing Director at the time. Based on this concept, Tonwerk was established as an independent brand with the aim of understanding architectural ceramics not only as a product, but as a material system that can be used creatively in architecture. The brand identity was subsequently further developed and strategically refined together with Olaf Mayer as Managing Director.
Former Managing Director Michael Dickopf in conversation at BAU 2025
BAU 2025 recap (from left to right): Michael Dickopf, Olaf Mayer, Peter Schubert
Managing Director Olaf Mayer at BAU 2025 in Munich
BAU 2027
Tonwerk will once again be represented at BAU 2027 in Munich. The focus will be on materials, design, origins and production.
BAU is regarded as an internationally leading platform for architecture, materials and building systems, providing a setting for exchange between manufacturers, planners and architects. For Tonwerk, it is an important opportunity to present developments, gain insights from the field of architecture and further engage in dialogue with industry professionals.
