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Are you satisfied with the performance of your home? There are a few factors that contribute to dissatisfaction. Discover the 5 most important and how to fix them … HOW TO EVALUATE AND IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF YOUR HOME? Thermal comfort This is the factor causing the most upset. Most people say their apartment is […]

CUPA PIZARRAS has been selected by the judges as a finalist in the Materials Supplier of the Year category of the 2018 Construction News Specialists Awards! These awards are the only national ones recognizing the best specialist suppliers and contractors from across the UK. The Construction News Specialists Awards ensures that whatever size or specialism […]

The city of Antwerp (Belgium) can now boast about having such an emblematic building by architect Zaha Hadid! The spectacular “Havenhuis” dominates the port and reinforces the dynamic image of the city. This building is currently the starting point for the vast port area and is the symbol of the growth of the port of […]

Few things are more misunderstood about the home than roof ventilation. With winter approaching, saving on energy costs and preventing winter damage to roofs are high priorities for owners. A proper roof ventilation may help reduce many of the costs and dangers attributed to winter weather. Even in summer: without proper ventilation, heat can rise […]

Slate has been used as a roofing material throughout the United Kingdom since the middle Ages. It comes in a wide variety of formats, sizes and thicknesses, creating interesting styles for restoration as well as refurbishing or new buildings. The most widely used roofing slate formats in the UK are 60×30 and 50×25. But not all […]

Building an efficient and sustainable dwelling is now becoming easier than ever thanks to the wide variety of solutions and materials. However, renovating a stylish home to become more sustainable and efficient is a little bit complicated. Find here some tips to get it. HOW TO CHOOSE MATERIALS FOR AN EFFICIENT AND SUSTAINABLE MAKEOVER Are […]

The next Edinburgh Homebuilding & Renovating Show is taking place next 21-22 October in Edinburgh, and CUPA PIZARRAS will be there waiting for you at booth B114. Come to visit us at the Royal Highland Centre (Ingliston) from 10 am to 5 pm. Don’t you have your tickets yet? Get your free tickets here!  This […]

This project is inspired by natural materials to blend in with the surrounding environment: natural slate, stone, wood … A sustainable dwelling at the forefront of architecture! Find out all the details of this unique home. FLOATING AMONGST TREES This innovative project developed by Sustainable Energy & Housing is located near Bilbao (Spain) and has […]