The cladding journey begins with design. Give us a vision and we will hand you back an actionable game plan for the facade of your dreams: including material selection, blueprints, 3D models, and accurate estimates. Do not get lost in the myriad of options: we will lead you to the modern cladding solutions best suited to your needs and price point. Wiedehopf’s design team: the perfect start to your cladding project!
The design process begins with your visit to our showroom. You will collaborate with our expressive team of architects, designers, and estimators to choose the best modern materials and draft the exterior design of your dreams. We get you a complete picture of the project’s potential, so that you can envision precisely what you are getting, and what it will cost. Here are the stages of design:
Visit our showroom in Vaughan to experience firsthand our materials, and meet the team that wants to collaborate with you!
A surprise-free cladding project is the product of a well-rounded design stage. Wiedehopf blends artistry, industry awareness, and foresight to set any exterior design up for success, no matter your budget.
There is an overwhelming number of options: we will point you to the materials fit to serve your needs and wants.
We want to make your dream affordable: our sales team will draft you a game plan that fits your desired price point.
You want a one-of-a-kind exterior design: our designers are true tastemakers in the space and will craft a facade that effortlessly turns heads.
The material options for your next cladding project are vast. This variety means that the perfect combination you seek is out there, but you also have to sift through many options to find the right fit. Our insight into all things modern cladding will allow you to make an informed decision. We take into close consideration your list of wishes and needs, including:
With these factors in mind, we help you pick the materials that check all the right boxes.
We want you to know exactly what you are signing off on, so estimation is a critical point of the design stage. Beyond the base cost of supplying and fabricating the necessary materials, you want to know what the timeline will be from start to finish.
Cladding is a process requiring multiple stages and many moving parts, so Wiedehopf strives to represent this accurately through estimations that heighten clarity for all parties.
With the materials chosen, it comes time to see how these cladding solutions will be applied. We start with drawing analyses that begin to zero in on the aesthetic quality you are looking for, while still remaining flexible to adjustment, critique, and change. Once these drawings are settled on, and the designs on paper meet the vision in your head, we move to more detailed schematics and blueprints that hone in on the specifications needed to execute the idea properly.
The last stage of design is where the vision solidifies itself. The final piece is a 3D Model of the conceptualized facade.
Wiedehopf uses 3D imaging software to give our clients a complete picture of what their building will look like at the end of the project.
There is still great flexibility at this stage in the process, and our team is always open to adjustments being made based on the look of a 3D rendering.
Get your vision on paper…and then on a building! Call us today to put our team to work on your next project.
Showing is always better than telling! Here are before and after examples of a few ACM projects, so you can see the pop that these panels bring to any building.
The experience and knowledge of our planning team in architecture and cladding design have enabled us to offer our clients products and services aimed at enhancing the visual aspect of their building. In addition, we listen to our clients’ design goals and provide advice so they make the best decisions.
Each product in our roster of modern cladding materials is tailored to meet a particular design function. Here are a few of our favorites, and their aesthetic qualities from a design perspective.
Panels made from Aluminum Composite Material (ACM) are a subtitle statement of luxury. With a smooth, glossy finish, ACM is an elegant design choice that is indicative of a future-forward building. Pairing great with wood, brick, and many other accenting materials, ACM can work as a complementary material or as the star of the show.
For a natural wood finish that will last, Thermally Modified Wood gives this old-school material the new-age durability that modern cladding needs. A myriad of options in the way of timber gets you exactly the shade you seek, and this product provides an excellent base on which to add metallic accents for a unique contrast.
High Pressure Laminate (HPL) is a medium for colorful, bold, and high-impact designs that radiate character off your building. With great weather resistance, this color will not fade, nor will your building’s relevance to the city skyline! HPL is the perfect splash of fun to accent any material, and is well in their element as a primary cladding element.
Metal Mesh is to the architect what a jeweled necklace is to a fashion designer. This premium material is a guaranteed show-stopper on any building’s exterior. This product has a high degree of customizability: with a wide array of designs and the choice of flexible or rigid mesh. Metal Mesh will veil and cast beautiful shadows on wood, glass, ACM, or any other material for a dynamic and ever-changing facade.
The cladding process is underway when you are satisfied with the design and estimations. Our team moves to supply, fabrication, and installation. We work with synergy and frequent the original schematic, so there is no denigration from the original design. Each step is optimized for a smooth handoff that does not lose focus on the goals set forth by the design phase.
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Yes! In fact, our team prefers collaborating and consulting this way. You are welcome to book an appointment to visit our showroom in Vaughan for an early consultation at no obligation. Once you choose to work with us, we want to back so you can review plans and proposals in real time!
Our team needs to have a complete idea of the building they are designing cladding for, so we invite you to share any blueprints, schematics, and models you have for the future building. In cases where it is convenient for both parties, our consultants can even visit your jobsite, to get a full picture of what you need for your next cladding project.
The early consultation stages of design are at no obligation to you, so you can inquire about what we have to offer at no risk to you. Once we get moving on a design, the cost is included within the contract.
Our website is packed with materials that can inspire your next façade design! A great place to start is our portfolio, which highlights what Wiedehopf—and our modern materials—can bring to your building. In addition, we frequently feature cutting-edge design solutions in our blog, and by following our LinkedIn, you can get further ideas about the best the industry offers.
Thanks to a fabrication that largely works based on the CAD file developed during design, there is little denigration between concept and reality. With 3D models and detailed blueprints, you know exactly what you are signing off on, and our proceeding process is optimized to maintain such predictability.
ACM is like white: it goes well with everything! The smooth finish of ACM panels is a fantastic contrast to rough materials such as brick, and the cool-to-the-touch metallic look really makes the warm tone of wood pop. Another thing that ACM pairs nicely with: more ACM! This is a product that blends well, but is aesthetically powerful enough to stand on its own.
The distinction between Modern and Traditional, by nature, is hard to exactly pin down: What was once modern, is now traditional, and so on. In the cladding industry, metal is typically seen as modern, whereas brick and stone are considered traditional. Most contemporary buildings are a blend of both.
We have a multi-stage design process for this reason! Exterior design is both a science and an art, meaning we all have subjective ideas about what works and what does not. Part of our collaborative spirit is an ability to listen to your desires and feedback, so we can produce exactly what you are looking for!
We got the entire cladding process covered for you! Our design and supply teams work closely together to ensure we are designing with materials that can be sourced at the price point you are looking for. After that, we will assist you with fabrication and installation!