Bricks Builder Configuration & Structure

The Bricks Builder phase establishes Bricks as a structured system within WordPress, not as a visual design tool.

All steps in this section exist to create a stable, repeatable, and governable layout and template foundation before any content or page‑level work begins.

Purpose of the Bricks Builder Phase

Bricks Builder setup focuses on configuring global systems, templates, and reusable components so layouts behave predictably across the site.

• Establish a consistent layout and template hierarchy
• Reduce layout drift and one‑off styling decisions
• Ensure maintainability across pages, posts, and archives
• Create reusable components governed by clear rules

Scope Boundary

This phase covers:

• Required configuration and hooks before using Bricks
• Bricks settings, breakpoints, and global systems
• Template structure and hierarchy
• Reusable components and their governance

This phase does not cover:

• Visual design decisions or aesthetics
• Page‑specific layout work
• Content creation or copywriting
• Third‑party Bricks add‑ons

How to Use This Section

Bricks Builder setup is executed in a fixed order. Each checklist builds on the system state created by the previous step.

Do not skip ahead or reorder steps. Bricks is treated as an application system, not an ad‑hoc editor.

Start Here

Begin Bricks Builder configuration with: Bricks Builder — Base Hooks & Config .

Bricks Builder Setup Sequence

1. Bricks Builder — Base Hooks & Config
2. Bricks Builder — Core Settings
3. Bricks — Breakpoints Definition Checklist
4. Bricks — Global Styles System Checklist
5. Bricks — Required Theme Styles & System Config
6. Bricks — Page Template Definition
7. Bricks — Post Template Definition
8. Bricks — Archive Template Definition
9. Bricks — Search Template Definition
10. Bricks — Component Library Definition
11. Bricks — Required Global Components

Completion

Completion of the Bricks Builder phase confirms the site has a stable layout system, governed templates, and reusable components ready to support structured content workflows.

At this point, the site is ready to move into: Content Systems — Post/Page Structure .