Facade Renovation – Transformind Buildings with Smart Materials

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After a long period of decline and minimal maintenance, Solheimslien housing cooperative in Bergen decided that it was time to completely renovate the buildings.

Renovating a building’s facade isn’t just about looks. It’s about improving performance, extending lifespan and giving a property new value – visually, technically and sustainably.

With smart materials like composite facade panels, a facade renovation can be fast, cost-effective and future-ready.

What does Facade Renovation Involve?

A facade renovation upgrades the exterior of a building – whether for aesthetic refresh, better energy performance or increased durability. It can be as simple as cleaning and repainting, or as transformative as a full facade change where the building gets a new identity and material expression.

From Upgrade to Transformation – when a Facade Change is Needed

A renovation becomes a facade change when:

  • Old materials no longer perform
  • The architecture feels outdated
  • The building changes use or function
  • There’s a need for a strong visual upgrade
  • New sustainability goals demand smarter materials

This is where ventilated cladding systems and durable panels like Steni come into play.

Successful Facade Renovation

Steni panels have transformed everything from schools and housing blocks to offices and public buildings. These renovations often reduce maintenance costs, improve energy efficiency and give tired buildings a fresh, contemporary identity.

Plan your Facade Renovation with Confidence

Steni helps you every step of the way:

  • Use our BIM objects, install app and panel calculator
  • Get help with material selection and detailing
  • Book a project consultation with one of our advisors
  • Order free samples to test colours and textures
  • Download technical documentation for tendering or planning
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Get in touch

Steni customer service will assist you with any questions you may have concerning your order.

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Product samples

Would you like to see a selection of surfaces before you make your decision? Order a product sample here.

Read more about our renovation projects

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Heavenly upgrade

In Florida, the Jacksonville First Baptist Church has been renovated both inside and out. Steni Colour façade panels gave the building new life.

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Steni adds colour to Bergen

“We’re proud of the result, which is turning out to be truly beautiful – and we’re looking forward to seeing the entire renovation finished.” So says Tine C. Haug, deputy chairman of the board of Solheimslien Housing Cooperative in Bergen.

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Brighter times ahead with Steni

Fungus and rot, rusted rebar and crumbling concrete. After extensive renovations, this housing cooperative in Voss has become new and modern.

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