Who We Are

John Purcell, the founder of Palladio GFRG has spent his entire working life knuckles-deep in plaster. His skills and knowledge grew under the exacting tutelage of experienced specialists. As John saw the results of his work with this venerable material -- from the austere and precise, to the organic and inspired -- it ignited his passion for classical architecture and proportions, and to master traditional means and methods of artistry and craftsmanship.

Adopting the name of one of history's most influential architects, Palladio Mouldings opened its doors in 2008. With a select crew of talented peers, Palladio Mouldings has become recognized by the world's foremost architects, project engineers, and construction managers. Palladio Mouldings will always be an acknowledged authority on traditional plaster methods and a producer of hand-made products of exacting quality and precision.

In 2024, by refining our artistry and adding advanced techniques, we are proud to introduce Palladio GFRG. Designed for commercial projects that require stronger, lightweight shapes and ornamentation, GFRG is the ideal medium as it possesses these qualities while projecting the semblance and presence of traditional plaster.