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We have installed a range of CUPACLAD rainscreen cladding on the Cambridge Country Club building, in Cambridgeshire. Not only did this meet the requirements the club had to maintain its attractive façade, but it was also a chance to create a stunning showcase, allowing architects based in East Anglia the chance to see a range […]

Parkstone stands as an elegant Edwardian dwelling transformed into five apartments. Steeped in history, the property’s proximity to the site where British battalions mustered during the First World War adds a unique and compelling narrative to its distinguished character. In orchestrating the meticulous refurbishment of Parkstone, a paramount consideration was to seamlessly blend contemporary luxury […]

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 […]

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. […]

Architect Jon Moorhouse and his wife purchased a 1980s derelict bungalow in Tarporley, Cheshire with aspirations to keep the original eco-friendly design but bring it into the 21st century to create an almost zero-carbon home. Throughout the project, emphasis was placed on sourcing the highest quality materials that would blend in with the surrounding rural […]

Our Best of the Best contest to choose the best natural slate skills of the year now has an official schedule. The 20 fearless participants from 5 countries will measure their strengths in two phases where your votes will decide the winner. First phase The 20 competitors are divided into three different groups based on […]

A façade acts as the public face of a building. The visual appeal of the construction depends on the aesthetic of its design. However, the technical properties and performance of a façade are equally important although they often remain in the background. In a rainscreen cladding system, the most efficient solution for envelope purposes, the […]

We have launched a permanent stand at the Material Source Studio creative hub in Manchester, providing architects and designers with the opportunity to learn about our CUPACLAD rainscreen cladding system. The central Manchester venue is a hub for design professionals that allows them to explore a breadth of different materials in addition to lights, furniture, […]