Premium architectural carvings and decorative ornaments
Custom Appliques & Onlays
Elegant facade decoration with an engineering approach
Ultralight EPS Core
Polyurea Hard Coat
Class A Fire-Rated
Bespoke CNC Carving
Zero-Chip Impact Armor
20-Year Factory Warranty
Who do we help
Our architectural solutions do more than just recreate beautiful and realistic facades. We always start with the project’s specific conditions and objectives, creating sustainable elements that align with the client’s goals and requirements.
Developers, owners, and HOA boardsHigh-quality relief decorations are exactly what a premium-class project needs while staying within budget. Our architectural appliques and onlays drastically reduce TCO, withstanding operating conditions and requiring no frequent repairs.
Architects, engineers, and contractorsIt’s much easier to bring a project with custom decor to life when you work with us. We provide a quick review of the installation plan to ensure compatibility with the building’s structure.
Residents and communitiesYou’ll enjoy not only the building’s aesthetically pleasing facade but also the convenience and peace of mind that our products provide. You’ll receive durable decor that retains its attractive appearance for years and requires minimal maintenance.
From Design Concept to Finished Architecture
Built to spec, installed in hours.
Product Range
Custom Appliques & Onlays
AO 001
AO 002
AO 003
AO 004
AO 005
AO 006
AO 007
AO 008
AO 009
AO 010
AO 011
AO 012
Sizes
Size Guide
| Length (L), foot | Width (W), in | Height (H), in |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 6 | 48 |
| 4 | 6 | 60 |
| 8 | 8 | 48 |
| 8 | 8 | 60 |
| 12 | 10 | 48 |
| 12 | 10 | 60 |
| 16 | 12 | 60 |
| 16 | 12 | 72 |
| 20 | 14 | 60 |
| 20 | 14 | 72 |
| 24 | 16 | 60 |
| 24 | 16 | 72 |
Finishes
Textures & Colors
All textures and colors are fully customizable for each individual project, ensuring complete flexibility in design and appearance.
Each of our decorative architectural foam products is unique. We don’t “print” identical beams — we craft them as individual architectural pieces.
SandblastFine, uniform aggregate. Replicates the clean, etched look of sandblasted masonry. Fully paintable.
FreestyleHand-troweled, organic movement. Perfect for Old World, Mediterranean, or custom rustic facades. Fully paintable.
QuarzputzClassic rilled stucco texture. Engineered to seamlessly match standard EIFS exterior systems. Fully paintable.
SandpebbleMedium-to-heavy aggregate. Delivers a robust, traditional stucco profile that hides surface imperfections. Fully paintable.
Sandpebble fineTight, subtle aggregate. A versatile, low-profile texture that balances masonry realism with a refined finish. Fully paintable.
MojaveDeep, rugged relief. Creates strong shadow lines for a bold, heavy-masonry aesthetic. Fully paintable.
FinesseSophisticated, micro-stipple texture. Provides a premium, understated finish for high-end residential or commercial designs. Fully paintable.
CoralDeep, heavily pitted texture. Recreates the dramatic, organic look of natural volcanic rock or weathered marine coral reefs. Fully paintable.
Coral LightSubtle, moderately pitted texture. Offers a softer, more refined version of the classic coral finish with a balanced, natural depth. Fully paintable.
Our material vs Competitors
Why choose us
Let’s bring your vision to life
How to Order Custom Appliques & Onlays
From architectural CAD drawings to site delivery—our engineering workflow guarantees exact bas-relief detail, ASTM E84 fire compliance, and zero field trimming.
It all begins with a deep dive into your project. We work as your technical partner to transform creative intent into a solid, actionable plan.
- Analyze your inputs: We review your architectural plans, CAD files, sketches, and inspirational images to understand your design from every angle.
- Define the scope: In a collaborative consultation, we discuss the project’s aesthetic goals, site conditions, and technical requirements to ensure a perfect fit.
- Establish a technical blueprint: We finalize all specifications, from dimensions to finish textures, creating a clear roadmap for fabrication that aligns perfectly with your vision.
We bridge the gap between concept and cost, providing you with the clarity and confidence to move forward.
- Receive a detailed 3D visualization: We create and send you a precise 3D model, allowing you to see exactly how your custom architectural elements will look before production begins.
- Get a transparent, itemized proposal: You receive a clear, comprehensive quote with no hidden fees. We believe in total transparency, so you know exactly what you’re investing in.
- Maintain complete control for final approval: We don’t proceed until you are 100% satisfied. You have the final say on the design and budget before we move to the next stage.
This is where your approved design becomes a physical reality, crafted with an obsessive focus on quality in our 45,000 sq. ft. workshop.
- Execute with robotic accuracy: Our state-of-the-art CNC hot-wire machines carve your architectural elements with flawless precision, matching your approved 3D models to the exact specification.
- Armor for a century of performance: Our skilled artisans apply our signature Polyurea hard coat, creating a seamless, impact-resistant, and weatherproof shell designed for decades of durability.
- Verify through rigorous quality control: Every single piece undergoes a multi-point inspection to ensure it meets our exact standards for shape, finish, and structural integrity.
Our commitment extends all the way to your job site, ensuring a smooth and successful installation.
- Protect with secure, custom crating: We build specialized shipping crates for every project, guaranteeing your elements arrive in pristine, ready-to-install condition.
- Streamline your installation: Your pieces are delivered pre-assembled and lightweight, designed to slash on-site labor time and eliminate the need for heavy machinery.
- Support your crew to the finish line: We provide detailed installation guides and offer live Zoom support to answer your team’s questions, guaranteeing a perfect final fit.
It all begins with a deep dive into your project. We work as your technical partner to translate creative intent into a solid, actionable plan.
- Analyze your inputs: We review your architectural plans, CAD files, sketches, and inspirational images to understand your design from every angle.
- Define the scope: In a collaborative consultation, we discuss the project’s aesthetic goals, site conditions, and technical requirements to ensure a perfect fit.
- Establish a technical blueprint: We finalize all specifications, from dimensions to finish textures, creating a clear roadmap for fabrication that aligns perfectly with your vision.
We bridge the gap between concept and cost, providing you with the clarity and confidence to move forward.
- Receive a detailed 3d visualization: We create and send you a precise 3D model, allowing you to see exactly how your custom architectural elements will look before production begins.
- Get a transparent, itemized proposal: You receive a clear, comprehensive quote with no hidden fees. We believe in total transparency, so you know exactly what you’re investing in.
- Maintain complete control for final approval: We don’t proceed until you are 100% satisfied. You have the final say on the design and budget before we move to the next stage.
This is where your approved design becomes a physical reality, crafted with an obsessive focus on quality in our 45,000 sq. ft. workshop.
- Execute with robotic accuracy: Our state-of-the-art CNC hot-wire machines carve your architectural elements with flawless precision, matching your approved 3D models to the exact specification.
- Armor for a century of performance: Our skilled artisans apply our signature Polyurea hard coat, creating a seamless, impact-resistant, and weatherproof shell designed for decades of durability.
- Verify through rigorous quality control: Every single piece undergoes a multi-point inspection to ensure it meets our exact standards for shape, finish, and structural integrity.
Our commitment extends all the way to your job site, ensuring a smooth and successful installation.
- Protect with secure, custom crating: We build custom shipping crates for your elements, ensuring they arrive on-site in perfect, ready-to-install condition.
- Streamline your installation: Your pieces are delivered pre-assembled, designed to slash on-site labor time and eliminate the need for heavy machinery.
- Support your crew to the finish line: We provide detailed installation guides and offer live Zoom support to answer your team’s questions, guaranteeing a perfect final fit.
Client testimonials
From your first idea to the final installation — our process is clear, fast, and designed to make every detail simple.
Let’s bring your vision to life
FAQ
What are appliques and onlays?
These are decorative elements that are applied to a facade or interior to create a relief design. Examples include ornaments, corbels, or rosettes.
How do your EPS products compare to wooden ones?
Wood is susceptible to rot, cracks, and insect damage. Our EPS/PU decorative items with polyurea coating are moisture-resistant and don’t require periodic repainting.
Can foam appliques and onlays be used on a facade?
Yes, they are specifically designed for outdoor use and are resistant to rain, snow, and UV exposure.
Are EPS appliques and onlays suitable for historical restoration?
Sure. They are perfect for this purpose. Our CNC technologies allow us to replicate historical elements precisely, and our proprietary polyurea coating ensures their durability.
Is it difficult to install decorative EPS elements?
They are lightweight and are installed using adhesive and mechanical fasteners.
Can cracks form at the joints when using foam elements?
No, our polyurea has elasticity that compensates for thermal expansion, unlike rigid plaster systems.
Can your products be integrated into an EIFS system?
Yes, they are fully compatible with all facade systems.
How durable are decorative EPS elements?
The warranty on the structure and coating is 20 years; the actual service life (based on our cases) exceeds 50 years.
Can I order an individual design?
Yes, we specialize in custom manufacturing based on the customer’s drawings and sketches.
How do your EPS appliques and onlays differ from budget foam elements?
Such overlays have a fragile coating that cracks easily. We use industrial polyurea (with a layer thickness of about 60–100 mil). This coating makes the fragile-looking decor very durable, even for outdoor use.
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Beauty and quality in the details: appliques & onlays in modern architecture
Appliques and onlays are architectural elements that serve as design accents in interior finishes. They lend a building a sense of completeness and character. In the classical sense, these are decorative details applied to the main facade or an interior element (such as a cornice or panel). While they were once made of solid wood, stone, or heavy plaster, today they are crafted from high-tech materials combined with protective coatings.
Why do details make all the difference?
High-quality architecture is always built on the contrast between volumes and detailing. Appliques and onlays allow you to emphasize proportions, highlight entry areas, or conceal structural joints. Just a few of these elements are enough to disguise technical components, transforming them into decorative accents. Using architectural appliques and onlays is the simplest way to add complexity and uniqueness even to a standard facade.
However, unlike simple off-the-shelf solutions from home improvement stores, Decorative Architecture Shapes integrates architectural decor into the overall concept of a specific project. This means that your onlays will perfectly match the building’s style, rather than looking like random glued-on plastic.
How decorative elements are engineered
Although our appliques serve a purely decorative purpose, they are essentially engineered products designed for many years of service.
- Core. Made from high-density Architectural Grade EPS. Unlike wood, this material is not susceptible to warping from moisture, which is critical for elements exposed to the outdoor environment. We take advantage of the opportunity to engineer the shape to minimize wind resistance.
- Protective coating. The key to durability is a layer of Premium Architectural Polyurea (60–100 mil). Unlike standard EIFS mesh, which cracks at corners and joints, elastomeric polyurea stretches along with the house. Each coating is applied according to a custom plan based on the purpose of the bracket or trim — such elements cannot be purchased off-the-shelf.
- Finish. We perform manual calibration of complex engineering assemblies. Every line of the bas-relief is refined to perfection.
Comparison of solutions: why we are worth considering
Traditional materials have their limitations. Wood appliques require constant treatment to prevent rot and cracking; concrete elements require a massive foundation; and products made of ordinary, brittle foam without a coating break apart at the first impact or when water freezes.
Decorative Architectural Shapes offers a system that combines the best of both worlds: the realistic appearance of natural materials with the durability of polymers. Our solutions minimize the risk of cracking and delamination while ensuring minimal maintenance for decades. For contractors, this means lower costs for correcting mistakes; for architects, it’sabout precise forms; and for owners, it means aesthetic enjoyment without the hassle of maintenance.
Decoration that looks incredibly natural
Our decorative elements don’t just adorn the facade — they also tie the entire design together stylistically. These elements can be crafted as custom compositions designed specifically for each project. We can create decorative panels that reflect the location history, the company’s brand, or the owner’s personal preferences. We support your project from concept to final installation, so that you can be confident in both the timeliness and quality of the result.
If you’re looking for a way to make your project look more upscale without increasing installation and operating costs, our solutions will be your best tool. We work at the crossroads of craftsmanship and engineering, creating designs that remain timeless regardless of architectural trends.
& specification catalog
Get the definitive guide to our custom decorative architectural foam shapes. This free catalog is packed with hundreds of design profiles, detailed technical specifications, and real-world project applications.
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