UK Facade Market Size
| Study Period | 2020 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2024 - 2029 |
| Historical Data Period | 2020 - 2022 |
| CAGR | > 5.00 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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UK Facade Market Analysis
- The UK Facade Market is estimated to register a CAGR of greater than 5% during the forecast period (2023-2028). The construction industry in the UK was adversely impacted by the virus outbreak, with output declining by 14% in 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic has adversely impacted the construction and real estate industry subsequently, hampering the market growth. However, with the announcement of economic relief packages, the demand for facades increased in 2021-2022.
- Modernization and urbanization play a vital role in the market's growth. Several factors including waterproofing, fabrication, durability, and resistance to extreme climate come to play during the construction of facades. They determine consumer preferences for façade materials. Changing perceptions of consumers and increasing focus on the exterior appearance of a building will increase the demand in the market.
- Rising disposable income leads to increased investments in renovations, which, in turn, supports market advancement. Growing investments in the advancement of the residential and commercial construction industries can stoke the market's growth. The burgeoning popularity of green buildings and surging demand for high-transparency glasses that allow passage of light, while maintaining heat resistance, are poised to shape the future of the market. The market is projected to witness the application of high-performance and energy-saving solar control facades, which will contribute to higher economic benefits and eco-sustainability.
- Furthermore, the initiatives and regulations by government bodies, technological advancements, and the need for energy conservation are estimated to propel the market growth in the years to come. The soaring need to lower heating and air-conditioning costs and achieve energy efficiency is slated to stir up the demand for facades over the coming years.
- Growing focus on the development of sustainable products is likely to work in favor of the market. Incidences of severe building fires have prompted public concern over the safety of facade materials. Five years after the Grenfell fire in which 72 people died, the government banned the specific type of cladding that allowed the blaze to spread so rapidly. Metal composite panels with an unmodified polyethylene core now cannot be used on any building of any height. Facade materials play a vital role in fire safety as the outer part of the building is directly in contact with fire. Considering this façade materials will be strictly regulated in the future.
UK Facade Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the UK Facade Market according to our research experts:
Expected Fall of Construction Output may Hinder Market Growth
Construction output is expected to fall significantly in 2023 amid the looming UK economic recession. Construction output is forecasted to fall by 3.9% in 2023 following a rise of 2.0% in 2022, as activity currently continues at a high level, according to the latest statistics from the Construction Products Association (CPA). The fall for 2023 is a sharp downward revision from -0.4% in the lower scenario of the CPA's Summer Forecasts. This is mainly due to the impact of a wider economic recession, exacerbated by the effect of the 'Mini Budget', and the consequent fallout from recent political uncertainty.
There are still many factors that will adversely affect the construction forecast such as a fall in real wages and potential further rises in interest rates, which will likely lead to further falls in consumer spending decisions. On top of these issues, the wider uncertainty around the UK economy means that demand for private housing new build and private housing repair, maintenance, and improvement (RM&I) is expected to fall. Other key construction sectors, such as commercial and infrastructure, are also expected to be affected by increasing concerns over construction cost inflation, which are likely to hinder project viability. If the construction output in the country falls then the façade market in UK may take a hitleading to a slow growth of the market.
Energy Efficiency Needs will Drive the Market Growth
Buildings currently account for over 40% of the total UK energy consumption and a similar percentage of the UK CO2 emissions. The energy used in buildings is largely required for creating a thermally and visually comfortable environment for building occupants. On a per-household basis, domestic energy consumption increased by 5% in 2021, the biggest relative increase since 2011 when a particularly cold winter drove up demand for heating. In November 2022, Britain announced a new goal to cut consumption by 15% over the next eight years. People in the UK are being offered discounts on their energy bills if they avoid high-power activities during peak times this winter. With such a drive towards energy usage reduction, energy-efficient facades become important.
The heating and air-conditioning load and lighting load can be reduced through many means; notable among them is the proper design and selection of building envelope components. Facades are one of the most important contributors to energy expenses and the vital comfort parameters of any building. In terms of electricity use (kWh per sqm), transparent facades are more efficient, as they allow the use of freely available solar energy instead of artificial light. The soaring need to lower heating and air-conditioning costs and stringent energy-efficiency standards are slated to stir up the demand for facades over the coming years.
UK Facade Industry Overview
The UK facade market is fragmented in nature considering the presence of several players in the market, with the major players not holding significant market share. Permasteelisa, Lindner Exteriors, FK Group, Stanmore, and CA Group are some of the major players in the market. The increasing popularity of facades in commercial construction will create opportunities for new players to enter the market. Still, these small players have to face fierce competition from established major players. A decrease in construction output may increase the competition in the market, as the same number of players will be competing for reduced demand. The major players in the market mostly offer a wide range of products to have a competitive edge over other players. Start-ups try to break into the market with innovative products and technology integration. Some players are investing in R&D to come up with innovative materials for façade construction that they can leverage to gain market share..
UK Facade Market Leaders
Permasteelisa
Lindner Exteriors
FK Group
Stanmore
CA Group
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
UK Facade Market News
- February 2021: The Clarison Group was formally launched bringing together four leading companies in the façade industry, Alucraft Limited, Alucraft Systems Limited, Williaam Cox, and EAG, to create a new force in the design, manufacture and installation of architectural glazing and façade systems in the UK & Ireland. Alucraft Limited and Williaam Cox are based in Ireland and Alucraft Systems and EAG in the UK. The Clarison Group is majority owned by Elaghmore, the UK-based private equity fund, which acquired the Alucraft and Williaam Cox businesses in 2018 and EAG in 2019. The combined group has over 400 employees and operates from six locations throughout the UK and Ireland, including Dublin, Tamworth, Cannock, Rotherham, Mildenhall, and Attleborough, with additional employed design teams based in Spain, Poland, and the Philippines.
- December 2022: A local capital investor BGF has invested GBP 5 million (USD 6.1 Million) in Clarke Group, a building facade specialist based in Ballymena, Northern Ireland, to support its growth across the UK and Ireland. Founded in 1996 by Michael Clarke, the family-owned business specializes in innovative design-led facade projects, providing an end-to-end service to blue-chip construction industry clients such as Berkeley, Morgan Sindall, and Balfour Beatty. In June 2022, the business also opened a new high-spec head office and state-of-the-art offsite manufacturing facility in Ballymena to support team expansion as it aims to become an industry leader in the coming years. The investment from BGF will support a strong order book as Clarke continues to scale across the UK and Ireland.
UK Facade Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET INSIGHTS AND DYNAMICS
4.1 Current Market Scenario
4.2 Market Drivers
4.3 Market Restraints
4.4 Market Opportunities
4.5 Value Chain / Supply Chain Analysis
4.6 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.6.1 Threat of New Entrants
4.6.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
4.6.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.6.4 Threat of Substitute Products
4.6.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.7 Insights on Changes in Consumer Behavior in the Market
4.8 Insights on Government Regulations in the Market
4.9 Insights on Technological Advancements in the Market
4.10 Impact of COVID-19 on the Market
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
5.1 By Type
5.1.1 Ventilated
5.1.2 Non-ventilated
5.1.3 Others
5.2 By Material
5.2.1 Glass
5.2.2 Metal
5.2.3 Plastics and Fibres
5.2.4 Stone
5.2.5 Others
5.3 By Application
5.3.1 Commercial
5.3.2 Residential
5.3.3 Others
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1 Market Concentration Overview
6.2 Company Profiles
6.2.1 Permasteelisa
6.2.2 Lindner Exteriors
6.2.3 FK Group
6.2.4 Stanmore
6.2.5 CA Group
6.2.6 McMullen Facades
6.2.7 Yuanda
6.2.8 Lee Marley
6.2.9 Swift Brickwork
6.2.10 Alucraft Systems
6.2.11 EAG*
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. FUTURE OF THE UK FACADE MARKET
UK Facade Industry Segmentation
The word facade originally comes from the Italian word 'facciata' and is defined as the outside or all of the external faces of a building. The term is frequently used to refer just to the main or front face of a house. Along with the roof, it is one of the most important elements of a building, since it acts as the primary barrier against external weather elements that could damage the health of the structure, such as rain, snow, wind, frost, sun, etc.
The UK facade market is segmented By Type (Ventilated, Non-Ventilated, and Others), By Material (Glass, Metal, Plastic and Fibers, Stones, and Others), and By End Users (Commercial, Residential, and Others). The report offers market size and forecast in terms of value (USD Billion) for all the above segments.
| By Type | |
| Ventilated | |
| Non-ventilated | |
| Others |
| By Material | |
| Glass | |
| Metal | |
| Plastics and Fibres | |
| Stone | |
| Others |
| By Application | |
| Commercial | |
| Residential | |
| Others |
UK Facade Market Research FAQs
What is the current UK Facade Market size?
The UK Facade Market is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 5% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in UK Facade Market?
Permasteelisa, Lindner Exteriors, FK Group, Stanmore and CA Group are the major companies operating in the UK Facade Market.
What years does this UK Facade Market cover?
The report covers the UK Facade Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the UK Facade Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
UK Facade Industry Report
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