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When choosing your style of roof, the first thing you may think about is aesthetics. While this is important, it is also vital to consider efficiency, lifespan and durability. In fact, the roof represents the primary protective barrier of a dwelling against inclement weather. If you’ve ever wondered what the importance of a good roof […]

Cape Cod 5, a regional bank with sites around Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard and southeastern Massachusetts, wanted to design its 5,600-square-foot marquee site to reflect a blend of New England tradition and modern environmental efficiency. Located in a three-acre space surrounded by highways, the bank needed to prioritize public space and visual aesthetics. Because it […]

We are thrilled to announce that we have successfully renewed our EcoVadis Gold Medal. Ecovadis is the world’s leading sustainability business rating, this further strengthens our leadership in sustainability and corporate social responsibility, through the improvement measures applied over the past twelve months. At CUPA PIZARRAS, as part of CUPA GROUP, we actively contributed to […]

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. […]

Congratulations to the roofing company Ardesia Couverture who has been crowned as the best installers of the year. Their exceptional skills with natural slate have secured them the title of the first French champion of the Best of the Best, as decided by our followers’ votes. In an exciting final, Ardesia Couverture has defeated the […]

After a category 5 hurricane struck South Florida in 1992, the state’s existing building codes proved to be insufficient, which began the creation of the statewide Florida Building Code (FBC). Since March 2002, the FBC overrules all local building codes and is enforced by local governments. Compromising on building materials is a concept of the […]