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Located just south of Norwich, Poringland derives its name from the local soil conditions that posed challenges for early settlers—the term “Poor spring land” reflecting its historically difficult terrain. Despite this, modern ingenuity has found its way into the heart of the village through the thoughtful renovation efforts of Scott Youngson. Residing in his cosy […]

Choosing the right material for your roof is a crucial decision that can significantly impact the durability, safety, and aesthetics of your home. Among the many available options, natural slate stands out distinctly for its exceptional qualities. In this article, we will explore the seven unquestionable advantages of natural slate compared to fibre cement. Natural […]

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 […]

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 […]

Inside Budapest city center history whispers through every cobblestone. The hallowed halls of 25 Andrássy Avenue dating from 1883 now pulsate with new life as the W Hotel Budapest. At the heart of this transformation lies the replacement of the roof, now embellished with our CUPA 12 natural slate roofing. This undertaking was pivotal for […]

Heworth House was designed in 1865 by the architect George Fowler Jones. More than a century and a half later, another architect, Matthew Groom, has led the renovation of the building, including his trusted roofing choice: our CUPA 12 natural slate. Brierley Groom Architects was founded in 1750, making it one of the oldest cabinets […]

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 […]