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Cladding

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about cladding

Product • By Nordisk Profil GmbHWoodfac Panel

Woodfac Panel

WOODFAC Panel is a closed façade system that wraps your building in real wood while quietly handling the hard work behind the scenes. Wooden lamellae sit on a structure of 100% recycled Greenline® aluminium, forming a breathable climate screen that protects the building without trapping moisture — the look of a timber façade, with the performance of a modern rainscreen. Every lamella is FSC®- or PEFC™-certified and fire-impregnated with a Cradle to Cradle–certified, natural flame retardant, reaching fire classifications up to B-s1,d0 (EN 14915 / EN 16755). The wood is thermally treated for dimensional stability, so the façade stays true year after year — with no painting or treatment req... More

Project • By Banker WireBars

Residential Home Bar Remodel

Sometimes the smallest material choice has the biggest impact on a project. In this home bar remodel, the standout feature isn't the cabinetry, countertops, or appliances. It's the woven wire mesh wrapping the front of the bar. By incorporating Banker Wire's M33-2 pattern in stainless steel, the homeowner turned a straightforward bar area into a space with texture, character, and a distinctly custom feel. The before-and-after photos make the transformation easy to appreciate. While the original bar served its purpose, it lacked a strong focal point. Adding wire mesh to the face of the bar instantly changed the visual experience of the entertainment space. The woven pattern introduces depth and detail that catches your eye without dominatin... More

Project • By Alumil S.AHotels

Hotel Courtyard by Marriott Banja Luka

Nestled along Prvog krajiškog korpusa Street in Banja Luka, this hotel project reflects meticulous urban planning. The zoning plan revision paves the way for a comprehensive redevelopment, blending the reconstruction of the existing building with a strategic expansion, creating a 6-floor structure with a penthouse and a new 9-floor addition. Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Implemented in phases, the hotel accommodates 118 lodging units, including 3 rooms catering to individuals with restricted mobility. The ground level integrates a restaurant, functional kitchen, lobby, reception services, restrooms, and supplementary amenities. A two-level banking area adds a sophisticated touch. Service entry poin... More

Project • By ALPOLIC™ | Metal Composites MaterialsCommunity Centres

Arlington ACTIV Adult Center

Completed in 2025, the Arlington ACTIV Adult Center in Texas accommodates the needs of the city's active 50+ community. The 73,000-square-foot facility includes a variety of fitness and athletic amenities for members, including indoor pools, pickleball courts and a gymnasium. ACTIVE also provides space for social activites and outdoor trails. Chad Patterson Over, 20,000 square feet of ALPOLIC Slate Black Matte metal composite materials, fabricated by Texas-based KSC, Inc., feature on the project's fascia and soffits, notably at the entrance and outdoor patio canopies. Numerous panels installed in the soffits were also perforated for a design effect. Chad Patterson Chad Patterson More

Product • By ALPOLIC™ | Metal Composites MaterialsALPOLIC Textured Series

ALPOLIC Textured Series

Add a new dimension to your design, without sacrificing durability We know how impossible it has been to find a textured finish to bring your vision to life with strength, safety, and dimension. Through our collaboration with the color experts at Sherwin Williams Coil Coatings, we are proud to introduce the first MCM textured product with FEVE-colored coatings. Before, you had to choose between the durability and strength of MCM or the look and feel of a textured product. We believe there’s a better way. You shouldn’t have to compromise when it comes to your vision. You asked for it, and we delivered: the durability and safety of MCM, with a beautiful textured surface. ALPOLIC’s Textured Series provides all the benefi... More

Project • By Banker WireAirports

Chase Sapphire Lounge – LaGuardia Airport

Chase's premium Sapphire Lounge at LaGuardia International Airport introduces travelers to New York with entertaining spaces and top-notch amenities. This stunning lounge was designed to cater to every need, whether you're looking to work, relax, or entertain the family while waiting for your flight. It features a spacious bar and dining area, a children's play area, a retro-inspired game room, and many other amenities. The design is bold yet sophisticated, with plush finishes and furnishings that offer upscale comfort while making your trip more pleasant. Banker Wire's S-9 woven wire mesh is used in several different ways throughout this luxurious space, being a common themed element throughout the space. Banker Wire The lounge spans... More

NewsSpecification • 12 Sep 2023

10 public buildings showcasing the range and elegance of GFRC rainscreens

Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC or GRC) is a lightweight, durable composite of cement reinforced with glass fibers. It can be hand- or machine-cast into strong yet thin panels using molds with an increasing diversity of curved and flat shapes and sizes, colors, textures and finishes. GFRC cladding can help buildings to achieve a monolithic character, while individual panels can be detailed to offer rich textures and forms that give a level of visual and technical intricacy to building envelopes. Powder pigments may be used within GFRC mixes to achieve specific color effects. Paints and sealers can also be applied to GFRC for either increased protection or a wider range of color choices. Clear coatings may be applied to panels to redu... More

Project • By FRAGERHousing

Eeckhout project

Modern black facade cladding. Sectional gate & front door flush with Frager facade. Frager More

Project • By ALPOLIC™ | Metal Composites MaterialsLaboratories

Measurement Systems Laboratory at NASA Langley

Over 90,000 square feet of ALPOLIC White and Silver Metallic MCM clad NASA's Measurement Systems Laboratory at NASA Langley in Virginia. This building houses six research and engineering groups on the campus, and is helping modern the base for future endeavors. Scott Wertz Scott Wertz More

Product • By Fry RegletGraph Wall System

Graph Wall System

Graph Wall System consists is a factory-fabricated frame that accommodates a variety of panel options. The modular frame streamlines installation and enhances accuracy over traditional Z Clip systems. Explore a wide range profile colors and finishes, and get the panel look you want. Send us your elevation, and we’ll send pricing and a 3-Part Guide Specification.  Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption Caption More

Project • By Duda|Paine ArchitectsOffices

405 Colorado

A prominent corner in Austin’s established Central Business District presented a unique opportunity to create an iconic tower that matches the city’s progressive urban spirit. The property developer wanted to explore opportunities to give more back to the city on the .42-acre sliver site than the originally approved standalone parking structure. Through concept design and city approvals, an inspired mixed-use solution was realized. Leonid Furmansky The sculptural form contrasts office levels behind folded glass planes above an earth-tone parking podium. The patterning of the terra cotta toned base echoes the character of the building's street-level context. The combination of solid cladding and high-performing glass maximi... More

Product • By FRAGERFrager Facade

Frager Facade

A NEW ERA IN FAÇADE CLADDING Frager Facade d'Harinck offers an innovative circular solution with Magnetude® technology for flat cladding on facades, sectional garage doors, and entrance doors. Creativity takes flight among architects and builders, moving away from monotonous brick facades. Panels, not fixed but thanks to revolutionary magnetism, allow for a considerable time-saving during installation.   With FRAGER's patented Magnetude® system for entrance doors, facade cladding can now also be installed invisibly. The architect has complete freedom when designing an aluminum facade cladding.   The combination of flat aluminum plates with an inset shadow gap, sleek inner corner and outer corner solutions allow... More

Product • By BendheimTurnKey™ Interior Glass Cladding System

TurnKey™ Interior Glass Cladding System

Bendheim’s TurnKey™ interior glass cladding system is designed for speedy installations. It allows for greater build tolerances and adjusts easily on-site. The system is ideal for back-lit walls, columns, and ceilings. Mechanical, reversible attachment system eliminates the use of adhesives and glass drilling. Glass panels can be replaced in as little as 1 minute to easily access lighting and mechanical systems behind the cladding. More

Product • By BendheimVentilated Glass Facade Systems

Ventilated Glass Facade Systems

Bendheim's Ventilated Glass Facade Systems protect structures and/or occupants from wind-driven rain, snow, and ice, while maintaining natural ventilation and daylight advantages, where applicable. Ideal for non-conditioned spaces, including stadiums, transit stations, building crowns, exterior stairwells & elevator towers, pedestrian bridges, aboveground parking facilities, and more. A thoughtfully designed ventilated / secondary glass facade can also become a budget-smart way to create an extremely complex exterior geometry, achieving slopes, dramatic angles, and curves not easily constructible with your primary walls. More

Product • By BendheimGlass Parking Facades

Glass Parking Facades

Bendheim's Ventilated Glass Parking Facades comprise a range of fully customizable systems that can be specified with decorative flat glass or 3D / U-shaped channel glass. The functional, jewel-like glass facades instantly elevate the design of above-ground parking structures. By eliminating the need for mechanical ventilation and preserving daylighting, they also lower operational energy usage. From energy savings, to the ability to eliminate carbon-heavy steel sub-structures, to bird-friendly glass options, these parking facades are a sustainable choice. More