{"id":65627,"date":"2025-08-07T13:15:58","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T11:15:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/?p=65627"},"modified":"2025-08-07T13:17:33","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T11:17:33","slug":"why-do-architects-choose-large-format-surfaces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/en\/why-do-architects-choose-large-format-surfaces\/","title":{"rendered":"Why do architects choose large-format surfaces?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Large-format surfaces have become one of the most solid and sophisticated choices for contemporary architects. Their presence goes beyond aesthetics: it is a technical and strategic decision aligned with the needs of today&#8217;s projects. In this article, we explore the key reasons behind this preference and how at Ascale we bring this solution to its fullest expression.<\/p>\n<h2>The power of large format: much more than just a trend<\/h2>\n<h3>Functionality and technical performance<\/h3>\n<p>One of the main reasons architects choose <strong>large-format porcelain surfaces<\/strong> is their high <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/en\/downloads\/\">technical<\/a> performance. These materials stand out for their:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Resistance to impacts, scratches, and stains<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Minimal water absorption<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Easy maintenance and cleaning<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Indoor and outdoor compatibility<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These characteristics make large format tiles the ideal choice for high-traffic areas, ventilated facades, countertops, furniture, and integral cladding.<\/p>\n<p>At Ascale, we work with <strong>state-of-the-art technology<\/strong> to offer large-format plates measuring up to 324&#215;162 cm, maintaining consistent and uniform quality.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/en\/collections\/\">Here you can find our large format collections.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-65610 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/20250225-CeramicaExperience2025-002-scaled.webp\" alt=\"nuevas mejoras en nuestras tablas ascale\" width=\"6000\" height=\"4000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/20250225-CeramicaExperience2025-002-scaled.webp 6000w, https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/20250225-CeramicaExperience2025-002-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/20250225-CeramicaExperience2025-002-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/20250225-CeramicaExperience2025-002-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/20250225-CeramicaExperience2025-002-2048x1365.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 6000px) 100vw, 6000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Visual impact and aesthetic continuity<\/h2>\n<p>The large format allows you to <strong>create continuous surfaces<\/strong> with fewer joints, which improves the visual perception of spaciousness and cleanliness. This is especially valuable in:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Modern residential spaces<\/li>\n<li>Luxury hotels<\/li>\n<li>Corporate offices<\/li>\n<li>Shopping malls<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Thanks to their <strong>design versatility<\/strong>, our surfaces perfectly imitate noble materials such as marble, natural stone, or concrete, without the technical limitations of these materials.<\/p>\n<h2>Construction advantages and efficiency on site<\/h2>\n<h3>Shorter installation time<\/h3>\n<p>Large-format tiles allow you to cover more surface area with fewer pieces, which:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Speeds up installation times<\/li>\n<li>Reduces labor costs<\/li>\n<li>Minimize waste on site<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Lightness and sustainability<\/h3>\n<p>Thanks to their reduced thickness (up to 3 mm in some collections), Ascale surfaces are lightweight yet <strong>highly resistant<\/strong>, facilitating transport and reducing the project&#8217;s carbon footprint.<\/p>\n<h2>A smart choice: design, technology, and sustainability<\/h2>\n<p>The architect of today is not only seeking aesthetics, but also <strong>comprehensive solutions<\/strong> that address the challenges of contemporary design: energy efficiency, durability, sustainability, and timeless aesthetics.<\/p>\n<p>At Ascale, we are committed to this vision, offering:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Eco-friendly surfaces<\/strong>, with recycled content and responsible production<\/li>\n<li><strong>International<\/strong> quality and sustainability <strong>certifications<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Wide variety of collections<\/strong> adapted to any architectural style<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/en\/sustainability\/\">Discover our commitment to sustainability<\/a><\/p>\n<p>In a context where functionality, aesthetics, and innovation must go hand in hand, large format represents a <strong>high-level architectural response<\/strong>. It is not a trend, it is an evolution. And at <strong>Ascale<\/strong>, we offer you the best of this technology so that your projects speak for themselves.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-65618 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/foto-Portland-Linen-2-1.webp\" alt=\"nuevas texturas\" width=\"6000\" height=\"4000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/foto-Portland-Linen-2-1.webp 6000w, https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/foto-Portland-Linen-2-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/foto-Portland-Linen-2-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/foto-Portland-Linen-2-1-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.ascale.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/foto-Portland-Linen-2-1-2048x1365.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 6000px) 100vw, 6000px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Large-format surfaces have become one of the most solid and sophisticated choices for contemporary architects. 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