For architects and home designers, architectural curb appeal is increasingly defined by layered design rather than reliance on a single material. One prominent trend is the strategic integration of multiple materials and textures for architectural depth, visual rhythm, and lasting character. However, designers often face the challenge of achieving design flexibility without the high maintenance demands of traditional materials. Pura NFC® by Trespa readily accepts this challenge.
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Whether you are designing or building a luxury estate, a coastal retreat, or a suburban home, Pura NFC siding provides a robustly engineered high-pressure laminate (HPL) that matches today’s architectural style. This intersection of beauty and building science allows architects and home builders to embrace the most daring siding combinations without the maintenance liabilities of traditional sidings like fiber cement, Cedar, and composite wood.
The following list explores how Mataverde and Pura NFC empowers professionals to master the top mixed exterior trends, ensuring every project remains as striking as the day it was specified.
We can’t talk about siding combination trends without mentioning Biophilic Design, an architectural approach that integrates natural elements into built structures to nurture the bond between people and the environment.
By incorporating features like natural light, greenery, and organic materials, designing with a biophilic forward approach create harmonious spaces that enhance physical health and psychological well-being while promoting ecological sustainability. High-end residential projects are increasingly judged on their ability to connect occupants with nature.
Projects that want a biophilic feel but want a lower maintenance or more consistent color or grain patterns than real wood. Pura NFC’s Wood Decors replicate authentic wood grain better than the fiber cement and composites, with greater finish consistency for easier design control. Studies show that these natural visuals can lower stress levels for residents (@researchgate.net). With the added benefit of being incredibly low maintenance for the owner (another stress reliever).
Check out the choices in Pura Lumen decors, with a distinctive matte and light diffusing finish:
One of the most enduring design trends in siding for homes is the use of vertical installation in mixed materials. Using vertical siding on a house draws the eye upward, creating an illusion of height and a sense of architectural rhythm. It is often used for accents and entryways to great effect.
The Trespa Pura Advantage: Unlike traditional wood, which can warp or cup when installed in long vertical runs, Pura NFC is dimensionally stable.
Design Tip: Use vertical planks on gables or protruding architectural volumes to create directional contrast that gives the structure a sense of height and custom craftsmanship.
A wide selection of Pura NFC Siding Wood Decors featuring high fade resistance and easy to mix and match:
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The most successful designs utilize mixed siding ideas to define different blocks of a home. This isn't just about color; it's about orientation and finish.
Color Blocking: Pair a matte, light diffusing Lumen Décor (like Metropolis Black) for the main structure with a warm Classic Oak Wood Décor for recessed sections.
System Integration: Because all Pura NFC planks share a consistent profile and a dedicated installation system, switching from horizontal to vertical or mixing colors is effortless for the builder, keeping the design vision intact.
The heavy, rugged texture of natural stone requires a siding partner that can hold its own. Houses with siding and stone are a staple of Mountain Modern and high-end suburban architecture.
The heavy, rugged texture of natural stone requires a siding partner that can hold its own. Houses with siding and stone are a staple of Mountain Modern and high-end suburban architecture.
The Resilience Factor: Real wood siding can potentially rot at the transition point where it meets porous stone. Pura NFC is non-porous and high-impact resistant, making it the perfect companion for slate, fieldstone, or granite.
Visual Harmony: Try pairing New York Grey Lumen décor planks with dark basalt for a monochromatic, sophisticated look.
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The half brick-half siding house remains a popular choice for transitional home styles. Home builders are swapping out high-maintenance Western Red Cedar and Redwood for Pura NFC to ensure the façade stays pristine.
Lightweight Luxury: Using light and durable Pura NFC for the upper level of a brick home reduces the dead load on the structure while providing a high-contrast pop that elevates the curb appeal.
Color Matching: Pura’s diverse palette allows you to match the mortar or the brick's over-tones for a cohesive, designer finish.
The Climate‑Shield® CST1 Rainscreen System streamlines complex siding transitions by eliminating the labor‑intensive, moisture‑prone double furring assemblies required by traditional vertical installations.
For architects, this ensures the design intent is accurately executed on site; for builders, it delivers meaningful time and labor savings.
Eliminates Furring Strips: The patented marine-grade aluminum clips mount directly to the structural sheathing.
Directional Flexibility: Climate-Shield is a universal system. You can install Pura NFC horizontally, vertically, or even diagonally using the same components.
Covering Soffits: Create covered soffits and architectural details without grids of furring strips. The Climate-Shield CS2 clip gets it done simply.
Pressure-Equalized Ventilation: By creating a consistent ideal ¾” air gap, the system allows moisture to evaporate from multiple points, not just the top and bottom. This is critical for houses with siding and stone, where drainage is paramount.
Sustainability: An all-metal system and increased exterior longevity add up to big, eco-friendly benefits. Because Pura NFC is composed of up to 70% natural fibers and is PEFC™ certified, it allows architects to achieve a wood-centric look while meeting many rigorous sustainability standards.
Labor Savings: The system automates the spacing and leveling of the planks as you go. Once the starter rail is set, the clips are placed every 16” and ensure every subsequent course is perfectly aligned, reducing on-site errors.
To meet today’s design demands, siding must balance advanced performance with refined aesthetics. Pura NFC® by Trespa delivers versatile mixed‑material design with proven durability in demanding environments.
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