Multifaçades
A system that combines design, durability, and high performance
The Multifaçades system is an advanced rainscreen building envelope solution that seamlessly integrates multiple types of windows into a unique and cohesive design.
Featuring our patented flush windows, the system aligns the insulated glazing with the cladding for a sleek and modern finish. As the most versatile system on the market, it is suitable for any type of construction, including renovation projects in which it enhances both energy performance and visual appeal.
The result of many years of research and innovation, this unique system offers the perfect blend of aesthetics, performance, and durability.
Design
The Multifaçades system doesn’t just meet aesthetic requirements—it exceeds them. This system seamlessly integrates cladding and windows, delivering a smooth, elegant appearance that aligns with modern architectural trends. Its unparalleled versatility allows you to create customized facades tailored to your vision.
Where does this aesthetic versatility come from?
What sets the Multifaçades system apart is its ability to integrate multiple types of materials while maintaining the principle of pressure equalization. This feature enables the design of bold and innovative facades, but also ensures long-term durability and reliability regardless of the complexity of the design. No matter the project requirements, Multifaçades offers unmatched flexibility in material selection, finishes, and configurations.
Durability
Durability is at the core of the Multifaçades system. Designed to withstand the most extreme weather conditions, whether a harsh winter or a scorching summer, it has an exceptional lifespan. The building’s cladding maintains its aesthetics and performance for decades. Thanks to our high-quality materials and unique know-how, we guarantee unmatched resilience.
Is it equally durable for all types of projects?
Projects across North America benefit from Multifaçades’ ability to adapt to every project. Thanks to its multiple configurations, its durability and performance can be optimized based on the specific application—whether it’s a commercial or institutional building or a 40-story residential tower. You are guaranteed a long-lasting solution without compromising on aesthetics or performance.
Performance
Multifaçades is not only aesthetically pleasing and durable—it also excels in terms of performance. Designed to meet all regulatory requirements in North America, it complies with and exceeds the most stringent construction and real estate standards. Its innovative design addresses thermal insulation, wind resistance, water and air management, as well as acoustic needs, ensuring optimal energy efficiency.
What about the environmental impact of the Multifaçades system?
Regardless of climatic conditions, Multifaçades maintains outstanding performance. By integrating modern technologies and advanced, durable materials, it not only ensures superior insulation but also reduces the building’s energy consumption. This contributes to a more sustainable environment and minimizes energy waste.
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At the service of your vision and requirements
At Stekar, architecture is a true passion. We are committed to working hand in hand with architects to bring their vision to life. The Multifaçades system stands out for its ability to adapt to nearly any architectural configuration or project.
The seamless integration of cladding and windows creates a sophisticated aesthetics similar to that of curtain walls, while meeting the technical requirements of modern facade systems.
With Multifaçades, the system will always be unique, cohesive, and tailored—whether it’s a full facade project, a partial renovation or a complex project requiring a customized solution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a pressure-equalized rainscreen system, and why is it important for building envelope performance?
A pressure-equalized rainscreen system is a cladding approach that uses a ventilated and drained cavity behind the exterior panels to improve moisture control and long-term building envelope performance. By allowing air to circulate behind the cladding, the system helps balance pressure and reduce the risk of wind-driven rain penetration.
In a properly designed pressure-equalized assembly, any water that passes beyond the outer cladding layer is quickly drained out, while the cavity helps the wall dry efficiently. This approach improves durability, moisture management, and thermal performance, making it a valuable strategy for high-performance façades in demanding North American climates.
What is the Multifacades system, and why does it fit modern architectural projects so well?
Multifacades is STEKAR’s patented pressure-equalized rainscreen system designed for contemporary building envelopes that require both performance and design flexibility. The system integrates a wide range of cladding materials, including glass, aluminum, sintered stone, HPL, and BIPV, and can be paired with STEKAR’s flush window system to create a clean, aligned façade appearance.
Its design supports the sleek, minimal lines often sought in modern architecture while helping projects meet demanding performance expectations. Architects and façade consultants value the system for its ability to create hybrid façades that combine opaque wall areas and glazing in a refined, cohesive way. This makes Multifacades especially well suited for projects that need strong energy performance, design freedom, and a modern curtain wall-like appearance without the same level of thermal bridging.
What are the main advantages of the Multifacades system?
The Multifacades system offers several advantages for architects, developers, and building teams looking for a high-performance façade solution.
- Design versatility: allows for multiple cladding materials and a wide range of panel forms, including rectangular, trapezoidal, and curved configurations, with large panel sizes that support bold architectural expression.
- Durability: is designed for demanding climates and long-term use. Individual panels and windows can be replaced without removing surrounding components, which helps simplify maintenance and preserve the integrity of the façade.
- Thermal and acoustic performance: is a major benefit. Because the system is anchored to an insulated wall assembly rather than relying on continuous metal mullions across the façade, it helps reduce thermal bridging and supports stronger overall envelope performance.
- Installation efficiency: also makes it attractive for large-scale projects. Prefabricated panels are attached using simple anchor systems, helping streamline field installation and improve construction speed.
- Compliance: the system is designed and tested to comply with American performance standards, supporting its use across a wide range of commercial, institutional, hospitality, and multifamily applications.
When is a hybrid façade system a better choice than a fully glazed curtain wall?
A hybrid façade system is often a better choice than a fully glazed curtain wall when a project requires a balance of design, energy performance, occupant comfort, and code compliance. This approach is especially valuable when energy codes limit the amount of glazing, when thermal and acoustic performance are priorities, or when the design intent calls for a sleek glazed appearance without relying entirely on glass.
By combining highly insulated opaque wall areas with integrated flush glazing, a hybrid façade such as Multifacades can deliver a look that feels refined and contemporary while offering better insulation and reduced thermal bridging than a traditional fully glazed curtain wall. Projects with a higher proportion of opaque wall area, especially those with more than 60 percent opaque surface, often benefit the most from this approach.