The Gray House – Sharon, CT

DETAILS

Architect: Ted Porter Architecture

Photographer: Imagen Subliminal (Miguel de Guzman + Rocio Romero)

Exterior Cladding:
SAMITTO – Shou Sugi Ban Charred FSC®-Certified Accoya®
Species: Radiata Pine
FSC®-Certified: FSC® Mix 70%
Select Grade

Product Sizes (2)
Finished on Face Only, Sealed on Back & 2 Long Edges
Solid +/- 3/4″ Thick x +/- 7-3/8” Wide x 6′-16′
Tongue & Groove (T&G)

Finished on Face and 1 Long Edge, Sealed on Back & 1 Long Edge
Solid +/- 3/4″ Thick x +/- 5-3/4” Wide x 6′-16′
Surfaced 4 Sides (S4S)

Awards:
2023 AIA New York State Design Award

Crafted for two residents, the Gray House borders a lush field creating tranquil scenery. To capitalize on the views of the field, Ted Porter Architects integrated large panes of southern-facing windows to fully showcase the landscape. The U-shaped layout maximizes the separation between the bedroom wings of each occupant, with shared spaces connecting these wings. The continuous gabled structure pays homage to the vernacular farm buildings prevalent in the area. Clad in charred SAMITTO Accoya®, it adds a sense of history and character to the home, complementing the town’s architectural style. Accoya®, renowned for its sleek charcoal aesthetic and minimal maintenance requirements, will age gracefully with the untouched landscape for decades to come. 

SAMITTO by reSAWN TIMBER co. features charred Accoya® wood burnt with the Japanese Shou Sugi Ban technique. SAMITTO can be used for interior or exterior wall cladding. Accoya® wood is the outcome of decades of research and development, combining a well-established and extensively proven wood modification technique with leading-edge patented technology – acetylation, delivering a high-performance wood solution for outdoor use and in challenging applications.

Project Needs: The clients prioritized durability, minimal upkeep, and consistent weathering for their cladding choice, aiming for a timeless aesthetic with a modern edge while respecting the surrounding protected landscape.

Project Solutions: The clients were impressed by the exterior cladding of the Boland Residence, a relative’s house nearby. They worked closely with a reSAWN Specification Consultant to review design options, samples, and installation guidelines for various charred Accoya® products. Among these options, SAMITTO stood out as the preferred choice due to its lighter charred appearance, improved durability, low maintenance needs, and 50-year warranty.

Project Results: The extensive benefits of Accoya® wood allowed the clients to confidently choose the right cladding material for their home. SAMITTO’s light charred appearance offers a modern yet weathered aesthetic, seamlessly blending with the surrounding landscape rather than detracting from it.

Ted Porter Architects is involved in a wide range of projects, encompassing new construction, renovations, historic structure additions, and interior design. They prioritize building meaningful relationships with clients, striving to exceed their design expectations and aesthetic preferences.

Image Subliminal Architectural Photography + Film was founded by architect and architectural photographer Miguel de Guzman. The firm operates from both New York and Madrid, catering to the needs of numerous globally recognized architecture, construction, and real estate firms. 

The Governor’s Academy Bill ’67 and Peter ’71 Alfond Coastal Research Center – Byfield, MA

DETAILS

Architect: Flansburgh Associates

Photographer: Robert Benson

Exterior Cladding:

SAMITTO – Shou Sugi Ban charred FSC®-Certified Accoya®
Species: Radiata Pine (Pinus radiata)
FSC®-Certified: FSC® mix 70%
Select Grade

Products Sizes (4)
Finished on face only, sealed on back & 2 long edges
Solid +/- 3/4″ thick x +/- 5-3/8″ wide
Shiplap

Finished on face only, sealed on back & 2 long edges
Solid +/- 3/4″ thick x +/- 5-3/4″ wide
Surfaced-4-Sides (S4S)

Finished on face and two long edges, sealed on back
Solid +/- 3/4″ thick x +/- 7-3/4” wide
S4S

Finished on face and two long edges, sealed on back
Solid +/- 3/4″ thick x +/- 5-3/4″ wide x 6′-16′
S4S

The Bill ’67 and Peter ’71 Alfond Coastal Research Center at The Governor Academy in Byfield, MA, offers experiential learning by providing students with the opportunity to engage in hands-on activities and real-world projects immersed in nature. The state-of-the-art facility, spanning 6,800 sq.ft., will incorporate an aquatic laboratory supplied with water sourced from the Parker River. The sun filtering through the tree canopy and gently touching the gray Accoya wood seamlessly integrates the building with its natural surroundings. Accoya wood stands out as a sustainable building material with a range of eco-friendly attributes. Sourced from responsibly managed forests, the fast-growing softwood used in Accoya undergoes an acetylation process that enhances its durability and resistance to decay without the use of toxic chemicals.

SAMITTO by reSAWN TIMBER co. features charred Accoya® wood burnt with the Japanese Shou Sugi Ban technique. SAMITTO can be used for interior or exterior wall cladding. Accoya® wood is the outcome of decades of research and development, combining a well-established and extensively proven wood modification technique with leading-edge patented technology – acetylation, delivering a high-performance wood solution for outdoor use and in challenging applications.

Project Needs: The building is an aquatic studies center on the campus of a prep school in Massachusetts, about 45 minutes north of Boston on a salt river. The clients were looking for something that would seamlessly blend the school building with its surrounding natural environment and offer an environment for students to do hands-on collaborative marine research in a lab environment.

Project Solutions: The clients decided that reSAWN TIMBER co.’s SAMITTO charred Accoya® was the optimal choice for the project’s open joint installation. They selected Accoya for its outstanding performance and durability. It’s especially well-suited for a climate with substantial weather variations and close proximity to saltwater.

Project Results: To seamlessly blend with its surrounding natural environment, the project called for durable wood siding, capable of both horizontal and vertical installation. This will deliver the desired outcomes for clients and offer students an exceptional learning experience.

Flansburgh Architects is a highly regarded national firm, specializing in the planning and design of educational and cultural facilities. Their innovative designs have earned them over 125 national and regional design awards, acknowledging their excellence within the industry.

Robert Benson architectural photography encapsulates the fusion of concepts, philosophy, light, and art. His craft involves harmonizing these elements through dialogue and collaboration, transforming them into a two-dimensional image that effectively conveys the architect’s intentions and emotions.