Facade plasters are decorative elements that are placed on external walls to give the facade rhythm, depth and a finished look. They are most often used around windows and doors, on cornices, corners, columns and transitions between floors.
Today, such elements do not have to be made with heavy classical materials. Light decorative profiles can be adapted to the project, are easier to mount and do not burden the facade like massive elements.
Short answer
- The most common application is the frame around windows, doors and balcony openings.
- Facade cornices help visually divide the floors and emphasize the finish of the building.
- The elements are chosen according to the style of the house, the dimensions of the opening and the existing facade.
Frames around windows and doors
The simplest change on the facade is often the frame around the window. It can be very discreet, just as a clean line, or more decorative with profiling and finishing details.
A well-chosen frame gives the window importance and makes the facade neater. When renovating older houses, this detail often brings back the character that was lost through previous adaptations.
Cornices, corners and storey divisions
Facade cornices serve to emphasize the upper part of the building, the transition between floors or the line under the roof. Corner elements can visually strengthen the house and give it a more classic look.
More modern facades use simpler profiles. Richer details can be added to classic buildings, but only if the proportions allow it.
When they are made to measure
Custom is used when there are special opening dimensions, irregular walls, a specific style of the house or the need to harmonize new elements with old details.
The facade needs a clear rhythm
Facade decorative elements look best when they emphasize the existing architecture. Frames around windows, cornices, corners and floor divisions create order on the facade and help give the house a finished look.
Too many details can burden the facade, especially on smaller buildings. A better result is often given by a smaller number of carefully selected profiles that follow the openings, the height of the house and the style of the roof.
The shadow is part of the design
The facade profile is not just a line on the wall. Its depth creates a shadow, and this shadow changes the impression during the day. Shallow profiles give a calmer look, while more pronounced cornices and frames create a more classic character.
When renovating the facade, it is good to look at the house from a distance. Then you can see what the facade lacks: an accent around the opening, a finish under the roof, a stronger entrance or a calmer division between floors.
Do you want this effect in your space?
Michelangelo makes custom-made decorative elements for interiors, facades, apartments and business premises. Look at the categories or contact us for a solution that fits your space.
