Which wall material to choose: aerated concrete, brick, or a monolithic frame

Wall material is one of the first structural decisions, and it determines not just the budget but also what architectural solutions will be available later: window size, ceiling height, the possibility of open-plan layouts.

Aerated concrete

The optimal balance of price and insulation — the most common choice for private construction. Lighter than brick, faster to build with, holds heat well. A sensible baseline option if wall material isn't the top budget priority.

Brick

Durability and prestige — brick remains the benchmark for solid, generations-lasting construction. The greater wall mass means better heat retention and sound insulation, but also a more demanding, costlier foundation and a longer build time.

Monolithic frame

Freedom of layout and height — the frame carries the load, so walls between floors can be removed almost anywhere, and windows can span an entire wall. The most expensive option due to more complex technology, but the only one that gives full architectural freedom.

How to choose

• Standard layout, tight budget control matters — aerated concrete as the sensible baseline

• You want solidity and a traditional look for decades — brick justifies the higher cost

• Planning large glazed surfaces, open-plan layouts, or a modern style with panoramic windows — a monolithic frame is practically the only option

Wall material also affects other choices — window type or heating, for example. In the construction configurator you can immediately see how combining wall material with other options shapes the final budget.