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The cornice is one of the most defining details on a building’s exterior. It marks the transition between the wall and the roofline, provides visual weight and finish at the top of the facade, and signals the architectural intent of the whole design. When it’s done well, it looks like it belongs. When it’s missing, […]

Pilasters don’t get talked about as much as columns or cornices, but they show up on more buildings than most people realize. Any time you see a flat, column-like projection rising from a wall surface — framing a doorway, punctuating a facade at regular intervals, or adding vertical structure to an otherwise flat exterior —

Architects and designers that have tried cement coated EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) for architectural details typically love it. Our repeat client rate at PW Profiles is high, because once you’ve tried our products for yourself, it is typically easy to fall in love with it. That said, if you’ve never tried our products before, it’s easy

As many states prioritize energy efficiency and sustainability, it becomes important to think outside the box, and consider materials you may not have otherwise worked with as a way create these “net zero” homes. One type of product that many architects are finding is the right choice for their needs is architectural EPS: cemented coated

One of the things we emphasize here at PW Profiles is that, once an architect has chosen to try our products, they typically want to use them for *everything*. The reason for this is that Expanded Polystyrene (EPS), when coated in a cement layer, is lightweight, durable, cost effective, and extraordinarily easy to install –

Our emphasis here at Patterson Whittaker is that we believe – and can prove – that our products are typically ideal replacements for everything from stone to precast to GFRC and more. They are lighter weight. They are less prone to weather damage. They have shorter overall costs and a short lead time. But of

Durability and longevity are a concern among most architects. But even the most seasoned architects sometimes get it wrong. For example, we were recently called to fix a project for a property that had been renovated only a few years ago. The property used limestone – a natural stone that the original builders assumed would

Our cement coated EPS (expanded polystyrene) from our team here at Patterson Whittaker Architectural Profiles is quickly becoming a widely used product in architectural design, not only for commercial properties but for residential ones as well. It’s combination of lightweight foam with durable cement coating means that it’s a product that is easier to install,

Every property has architectural elements in some form. But it’s typically only commercial properties that integrate more elaborate products, as they’re designed to draw attention and appear more high class. Yet, one of the benefits of using a product like our architectural EPS is that the cost from development to installation is inexpensive enough –

Architectural foam, most commonly in the form of expanded polystyrene (EPS), is one of many options for exterior detailing. It’s mostly used on commercial properties, and most of the calls we get are from developers that are looking for large scale installations. But these products are also a great choice for residential properties, including modest

When planning the architectural elements that will decorate your property, it is always a good idea to think beyond the more common challenges and costs, and consider the factors that might affect the long term satisfaction of the property owner. Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) is commonly used in architectural elements due to its lightweight composition, design

Here at PW Profiles, we create architectural trim designed to match your vision – designed with our cement coated EPS core material that is perfect for many different types of projects, and able to replace all sorts of different other materials, such as GFRC, precast, wood, and more. Our work can be seen in residential

(Please note: we have a new website! If you have anything you need, please reach out to our team). Patterson Whittaker Architectural Profiles is a leader in architectural EPS for Canada, the US, and abroad. We stand behind our product as one of the best examples of low cost, durability, high performance, and design. Because