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As part of the refurbishment and extension of the Padstow Harbour Hotel, 10 new homes were built on a section of the land surrounding the hotel. These include two stand-alone properties and a block of eight luxury apartments. Located in the Padstow Conservation Area, it was essential that the design and materials of the new […]

Nestled in the heart of Yellowstone National Park, this building has undergone a transformation to bring it back its original glory. The roof, once weathered and worn, now gleams with the natural elegance of Readyslate’s real slate. Yellowstone was established in 1872 as the world’s first national park. Spanning over 2.2 million acres of breathtaking […]

We are thrilled to share that our natural slate rainscreen cladding system has won the title of ‘Best Product of the Year‘ in the ‘Best Building Envelope, Cladding, and Roofing‘ category organized by the prestigious magazine Architizer. This recognition highlights the innovative design and exceptional quality of CUPACLAD. Even more significantly, we have won the […]

Since at least 2014, the Victorian Gothic Church stood empty and neglected. Constructed in 1872 and classified as a Category C Listed building, its revival has been nothing short of remarkable. Today, this historic structure in Monifeth (Scotland) has been reborn as four exquisite luxury apartments, thanks in no small part to the pivotal role […]

The three roofers of the French roofing company ‘Ardesia Couverture’ visited our head office as part of the prize for winning our Best of the Best 2023 social media video contest. During the day, they visited the Las Arcas quarry, where the first production stage of CUPA 10 natural slate takes place, which is highly […]

Perched by the tranquil shores of a lake in Quebec, Canada, this cozy residence stands as a testament to the perfect marriage of nature and architecture. The homeowners, integral to the design process, prioritized enduring beauty and long-term resilience. They chose Readyslate, our innovative real slate roofing system, for their 2,600 square foot roof. This […]

This secret gem can be found on the waterside of Strandvejen, in the heart of the finest area of Hellerup (Denmark). Once home to a wartime diamond merchant, historic treasures echo within these walls. The house holds another tale – during the war, a hidden room in the tower served as refuge for Jewish individuals. […]

Wagon manufacturers, Peter and Henry Schuttler, were seeking a tranquil retreat and chose the picturesque city of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin for their Victorian masterpiece. The historic gem finished construction in 1879 and became the family’s summer escape. Since 1925, the nineteen-room mansion has been serving as a hotel, undergoing many renovations while maintaining the historical charm. […]