19 Jan

MODERN LAKE HOUSE :: SHOU SUGI BAN SIDING

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Inspiring Designs, Product Installs /  

 

MODERN LAKE HOUSE in VERNON, BC featuring shou-sugi-ban CHARRED wood exterior siding – MOYASU from reSAWN TIMBER co.’s CHARRED collection

reSAWN’s CHARRED collection features cypress, yellow pine and red oak that is burnt in the Japanese tradition of shou-sugi-ban. translated as “the burning of Japanese cypress (sugi)”, and traditionally used in Japan as exterior siding, this ancient technique is gaining new life as a unique and modern interior and exterior wall cladding. The wood is carefully charred, misted with water, cooled, brushed to remove dust and loose debris, and then stained/sealed to create the unique designs you will find in the CHARRED collection.  The top coat sealer is applied prior to shipping (for exterior applications, we recommend sealing the face & back). the charcoal barrier created through this process preserves the wood, and is fire, rot and insect resistant. the burning process accentuates the wood grain and creates varying colors when viewed from different angles and in different light.

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17 Dec

LIVE EDGE WOOD TABLE TOPS :: TOAST IN NAPA VALLEY

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Inspiring Designs, RSTco. furniture /  

Toast Kitchen & Bar in Oakland, California was founded by Kristen Policy and Heather Sittig. A felled redwood tree from Kristen’s garden was sawn into slabs and used as tables tops, with Burrow sawhorses serving for the legs. This project also makes use of reclaimed bleacher boards from a local high school gym (complete with graffiti), and glasses and water bottles are all made from recycled glass.

source: http://www.remodelista.com/posts/hotels-lodging-restaurants-toast-in-oakland

 

WHITE OAK – LIVE EDGE SLAB TOPS

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17 Nov

10th STREET BROOKLYN :: project feature

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Inspiring Designs, Product Installs /  

4 STORIES of NEW AMSTERDAM WHITE OAK FLOORING and STAIRS

This 4-story brownstone off Prospect Park in the popular, idyllic neighborhood of Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY features reSAWN’s NEW AMSTERDAM FSC ®, wide plank, original cut white oak flooring throughout. Redtop Architects also used reSAWN’s New Amsterdam for stairs throughout and to create a unique entertainment cubby with wood from floor to ceiling. New Amsterdam is a design that features our original cut white oak and ammonia fuming. The combination of the character in the wood and the rich, deep color from the fuming process creates a warm floor with plenty of visual interest. Redtop specified the flooring at 6″ wide and custom long lengths from 7-12′ to reduce seams and to create a feeling of flow throughout.

specified by Redtop Architects

Image: 10th St BROOKLYN

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15 Jun

VOLVER :: project feature

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Inspiring Designs, Product Installs /  

VOLVER RESTAURANT FEATURING RIVERBED WHITE OAK

Volvér (which means “to return”) opened its doors inside the Kimmel Center April of 2014. The restaurant features a chic bar and intimate dining area, and showcases the culinary talents of one of the country’s leading chefs and restaurateurs, Jose Garces.
Marguerite Rodgers Ltd. designed the serene and welcoming space, incorporating our RIVERBED white oak flooring into the final design. The firm is often praised for its incredible attention to composition and detail.

RIVERBED features our original cut white oak. original cut is a way of cutting the log that incorporates plain sawn, rift sawn and quarter sawn grain patterns and all grades and character marks into the final product. common character marks include knots, checks, streaks and worm holes. RIVERBED is prefinished with matte polyurethane.


Image: Volvér at the Kimmel Center

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08 Jan

two more reason to SPECIFY WOOD

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Inspiring Designs /  

WOOD IS A RENEWABLE AND SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE 

Forests retain the potential to be replenished since the basic components of plant growth are sunlight, air, water and soil ripe for growing. However, the only way to ensure their regrowth for generations to come is by recognizing the impact harvesting has on an immediate eco-system, avoiding overharvesting by leaving enough plants behind for air and water purification, and replanting.

 

WOOD RETAINS ITS INTEGRITY AND VALUE

Studies have shown that wood structures physically retain long life spans. reSAWN reclaims wood from barns and other structures typically more than 100 years old. this wood can be remilled and repurposed into beautiful reclaimed wood floors, walls, ceilings and furniture. Also, byproducts of reuse that are too small can be applied as mulch for landscaping or as organic compost material.

 

Source: Wooden Building Products in Comparative LCA

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27 Nov

WOOD + INTERIOR AIR QUALITY

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Inspiring Designs /  

Studies have shown that on average, Americans spend about 90% or more of their time indoors (source: the inside story: a guide to Indoor Air Quality. U.S. EPA). The design of these interior spaces has a major affect on human health. Wood in general and specifically reSAWN’s wood and finishes can contribute to improving indoor air quality. Often specified in environments where allergies to dust and particulates are a concern, wood is naturally hypo-allergenic and its smooth surface makes it easy to keep clean and free from particle build up unlike carpeting. Wood can also improve indoor air quality by naturally moderating humidity. Wood absorbs or releases moisture in order to maintain an equilibrium with the surrounding air. reSAWN’s materials are specifically made to contibute towards a healthier indoor environment. Our engineered materials consist of 9-layers of birch bonded together with non-toxic glues and contain no urea formaldehyde. Our hardwax oil finish is made from natural plant based products and is 100% VOC-free. The goals of sustainable design embrace not only environmental concerns but also the physical health and psychological well-being of the building’s occupants. Wood is a warm and comforting material that provides a direct connection with nature – a tenant of biophilic design.

Image: reSAWN’s FSC ® White Oak flooring at Haverford College

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13 Apr

spotlight project :: GREENWICH VILLAGE RESIDENCE

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Inspiring Designs, Product Installs /  

antique reclaimed white oak floors lend warmth and character to this Greenwich Village home designed by Callaghan Interior Design. dramatic, character grade 8″ wide planks make for a distinguished, rustic floor full of knots, nail holes and the unique marks found only in reclaimed wood. reSAWN TIMBER co. is your source for reclaimed wood for flooring, wall & ceiling cladding and architectural millwork. view reSAWN’s enCORE collection for prefinished, solid and engineered reclaimed woods. in addition to these standard offerings, reSAWN is able to provide custom widths, lengths, and finishes on a variety of reclaimed wood species.

IMAGE: Antique Reclaimed White Oak 8″ wide solid flooring at residence in Greenwich Village

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05 Apr

ABOUT RECLAIMED WOOD

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Inspiring Designs /  

antique reclaimed wood lets us connect with nature and human history in an unprecedented way. long before Columbus founded the new world, the seedlings of the great North American forests were taking root. left undisturbed for centuries, these seedlings were able to slowly grow into massive trees, basking in the ample pollution-free air and water of pre-industrial America. this slow growth and natural habitat is key to the unique beauty and strength of antique reclaimed wood. slow growth produces trees with much tighter growth rings and consequently finer grain. it also produces significantly more heartwood, which is stronger and more durable than younger sapwood.

IMAGE: Antique Reclaimed Oak at Tria Wine Bar in Philadelphia, PA GO TO Project: Tria Wine Bar

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15 Mar

spotlight project :: HAVERFORD COLLEGE

By reSAWN TIMBER co. In Inspiring Designs /  

rift & quarter sawn white oak floors contribute to the zen-like atmosphere of the newly constructed dormitories at the prestigious Haverford College. Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects designed the buildings to work in concert with the landscape to form a sense of community that is both contained and enhanced by nature. The ‘FSC-Certified Pure’ ® white oak will also contribute to the LEED Gold certification for this project.

IMAGE: Rift & Quarter Sawn White Oak flooring at Haverford College GO TO Project: Haverford

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