Besides providing external protection, natural ventilation, insulation and energy efficiency, the presence of façades enhances the building’s personality and character. Among the different types of ...

Cladding systems have important functions in buildings. They can confer thermal insulation, protect internal spaces from the weather and–just as important–give the building a "face", improving its ...

Fancy Facades: The latest panels, cladding, & screening. Pictured: KME Architectural's TECU DESIGN_PUNCH perforated and embossed screening (Courtesy KME Architectural). AN found the latest additions ...

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Promotion: Spanish company Cupa Pizarras has developed Cupaclad, a facade cladding system made from slate that aims to provide a sustainable alternative to conventional exterior finishes. The Cupaclad ...

The AJ’s Architects’ Working Details were first published in 1953. Originally written by Colin Boyne, they ran to a series of 15 classic black-bound volumes. After a long lull, the series was revived ...

An exterior exposed brick or stone wall brings with it a stunning timeless aesthetic that is unmatched. A plastered block wall would lack this eye capturing feature, inviting an exterior finish that ...

Dezeen promotion: now available in the UK, Mosa's durable porcelain panels can be used to create ventilated facades for a range of buildings. Dutch tile brand Mosa offers seven ranges of porcelain ...