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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. […]

CUPACLAD 101 Logic was recently specified by student accommodation provider Study Inn for a large-scale building at Walnut Gardens, Exeter. The natural slate cladding system was chosen for its durability as well as its premium aesthetic. The project involved the demolishment of an empty office building on the land at Walnut Gardens and construction of […]

This stunning historic 1922 Georgian Revival home was the showpiece for the latest slate install for ABM Roofing in the Buckhead area of Atlanta, Georgia. The Georgian Revival architectural style takes inspiration from the classical architecture of the Georgian period in England (1714–1837). Even though many of these homes incorporate a variety of roofing materials, […]

Do you know what a bothy is? In Scotland, it defines a form of basic accommodation for gardeners working on country estates. The conversion of this one was so impressive that caught the attention of Channel 4’s Grand Designs. HEAVY 3 natural slate was chosen to be one of the main characters of the renovation, […]

As consumers started shifting their preferences toward more sustainable products and companies, it caused a trend in corporations claiming to be sustainable. But are businesses truly adapting the changes needed to be sustainable? Probably not. However, there are some important certifications and recognitions in the construction sector that can give you better insight to what […]

We are glad to announce that the new Foster and Partners London project will include our products. The CUPACLAD 101 Logic natural slate rainscreen cladding system has won the contract due its aesthetic appeal and high-performance credentials. It is a great honour for us to be part of the new iconic project designed by Foster’. […]

In July 2018, East Alabama Medical Center commissioned J. Douglas McCurry, AIA, Partner with TRO Jung|Brannen of Birmingham, AL, to head up design on the new Pinnacle Cardiovascular Center, the next modern medical facility in the EAMC outpatient medical office complex. According to the architect, The challenge was not the project, but the timeframe for the new facility to […]