In Faenza, a striking example of urban regeneration has taken shape, a bold project dubbed "casa palafitta" – Italian for "stilt house." This initiative has transformed a 1980s building by adding a new, self-contained volume on top, tackling crucial contemporary issues: vertical expansion, seismic upgrading, energy efficiency, lightweight construction, and urban densification. Within this innovative redevelopment, Lupak Metal's sunscreens play a pivotal role.

But who is Lupak Metal? Essentially, it's an Italian company dedicated to the art of controlling light in a way that complements architecture beautifully. They've built their reputation on a single product type: adjustable and retractable sunscreen systems, offered with the precision of cables or the smooth operation of chains. This focused approach underscores their commitment to perfection, making Lupak Metal the leading Italian specialist solely dedicated to the refined craft of solar shading.

The company holds six international patents, carefully protected by their research and development department. This reflects their ongoing dedication and intellectual drive to constantly improve their solutions, ensuring they are increasingly effective and responsive to the evolving demands of modern architecture.

Returning to "casa palafitta," the heavy existing reinforced concrete structure has been replaced by a light, dry-mounted framework. Above the former attic floor, seismic isolators support a new steel structure. This represents a cutting-edge structural system in Italy, where the penthouse, resting on these isolators, acts as a dynamic balancer, counteracting and dampening horizontal forces during an earthquake.

The penthouse's exterior is a celebration of transparency, entirely glazed and controlled by Lupak Metal's adjustable cable sunscreens. These 90-millimeter cable systems, finished in a crisp RAL 9016, are designed to interact with sunlight in every season, maximizing energy gain and optimizing indoor comfort. This meticulous effort results in systems that establish a seamless dialogue between light and air. They are not just barriers, but intelligent modulators of natural light, enhancing the vibrant transparency of the glass surfaces. Furthermore, Lupak Metal's sunscreens, with their versatile range of colors and dimensions, integrate flawlessly with the building, becoming an inherent part of its design.

The company's catalog highlights its chain-operated systems, designed for forward-thinking applications, boasting unique features that set them apart in the crowded solar shading market – a true "must-have" for those who value innovation. Their cable systems are ideal for large openings, offering a functional elegance that adapts effortlessly to both classic and contemporary settings.

Lupak Metal positions itself as a reliable partner for significant, particularly innovative, projects, providing consistent support from the initial design phase through to after-sales service. Their sunscreens effectively manage light and air, contributing to energy savings without sacrificing aesthetics. These products are certified with a "mare Pre_OX" finish and utilize "Lupafix" anchoring systems.

The renovation by Studio LBLA, founded by Gabriele Lelli, Roberta Bandini e Andrea Luccaroni, also includes the restoration of the existing building, which has been upgraded for energy efficiency and structurally reinforced using lightweight materials and wooden panels for the interior design. This project perfectly embodies Lupak Metal's philosophy: transforming functionality into intelligent aesthetics.