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Facade and wall materials - trends 2025

29 of July '25

Aesthetics, durability, energy efficiency and freedom of design - these are the key directions for facades and walls in 2025. Modern architecture needs materials that not only meet technical requirements, but also give buildings a unique character. In response to these needs, manufacturers are offering increasingly advanced solutions. Perfopol presents lightweight and modern perforated metal sheets and meshes that serve a decorative and technical function. IGP Powder Coatings offers innovative powder coatings that increase the resistance of facades to external factors. Cedral impresses with fiber-cement facade boards with a natural look and long durability. Neolith offers large-format stone slabs that combine beauty with unparalleled durability. Noe allows the creation of graphic patterns on concrete to combine rawness with individual expression. Paroc, on the other hand, focuses on insulating ventilated facades - a key element in ensuring the energy efficiency of buildings.

Below is a brief overview of each solution - ready inspiration for designers and investors.

Perfopol - lightness and form in architecture

Perfopol specializes in the production of perforated sheets and expanded metal, which are becoming an increasingly popular element of facades. Their use makes it possible to create dynamic facades that allow light to pass through, while protecting the interior from overheating and providing privacy. Perfopol 's products combine aesthetic qualities with functionality - they are lightweight, durable, easy to install and weatherproof. A large selection of perforation patterns and the possibility of powder coating allows them to match almost any architectural concept. Thus, the brand's sheets and meshes become not only a shield, but also a form of artistic expression.

PERFOPOL

perforated sheet facades

© PERFOPOL

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IGP Powder Coatings - durability through powder coatings

IGP offers advanced powder coating systems that effectively protect facades from UV rays, moisture and varying temperatures. The IGP-HWFsuperior57 series is distinguished by excellent color and gloss durability, even after years of use. The products are available in a wide range of textures and shades to achieve both matte and metallic finishes. The paints are eco-friendly, free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and meet Qualicoat certification requirements. In this way, IGP combines high quality with environmental and aesthetic concerns.

IGP

IGP-HWFsuperior57paint series.

© IGP

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Cedral - fiber cement board as a facade

Cedral is a modern facade plank made of fiber cement, which perfectly imitates the structure of wood, while being much more durable and easier to maintain. Available in two variants - lap and tongue-and-groove - they allow freedom of design in both traditional and modern styles. The material will not rot, crack or require painting, making it an ideal choice for years to come. Cedral planks are available in a wide range of colors, and their installation is quick and easy. It's a solution that combines natural aesthetics with trouble-free operation.

CEDRAL

Multi-family building with Cedral facade in Alkmaar Belgium.

© CEDRAL

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Neolith - the beauty and durability of sintered stone

Neolith is a brand specializing in the production of large-format quartz sintered stone panels, which are used for facades, walls and floors. The material combines the look of natural stone with exceptional resistance to scratches, UV radiation, changing weather conditions and chemicals. Thanks to Sintered Stone technology, the panels are very thin and lightweight, yet extremely durable. Neolith is also an ecological approach to production - the material consists of natural raw materials and can be recycled. Aesthetics, durability and sustainability go hand in hand here.

Neolith

AC Marriot International HOTEL DALLAS TX USA CALACATTA

© NEOLITH

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Noe - individual design in concrete

Noe - through the NOEplast system and Graphic Concrete technology - makes it possible to transfer graphic patterns directly to the concrete surface. This solution allows architects to create unique facades that are both durable and personalized. Noe mats are reusable, reducing waste and promoting sustainable design. The technology works well in both large urban developments and individual projects. With NOE, concrete ceases to be just a background - it becomes a carrier of expression and character of the building.

NOE

Fr crevin

© NOE

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Paroc - energy efficiency of a ventilated façade

Paroc specializes in the thermal insulation of ventilated facades, offering systems based on stone wool slabs: PAROC Ultra and PAROC Cortex b. The solution provides high thermal efficiency, wind and moisture resistance and reduced thermal bridging. The system works especially well in lightweight metal and wood structures, including in multi-story buildings. An additional advantage is easy installation and the ability to design according to fire requirements. Paroc guarantees safety, durability and low energy consumption.

Paroc

ventilated facade

© PAROC

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You can find more information about the trends and solutions presented at the links provided.

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