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What to Expect When You Specify Real Wood Cladding

By Erin Figueroa

Wood carries a record of its natural origin. At RESAWN, that record begins across New Zealand and North America, where responsibly sourced timber reflects years of growth and transformation. Grain patterns shift, textures emerge, and the individual characteristics of every board create a depth that can’t be manufactured or repeated. That story doesn’t end when … Continued

Wood Façade Systems for Data Centers: Building Performance Through the Envelope

By Jocelyn Mahan

As data centers expand to support cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and digital infrastructure, their exterior systems are under greater scrutiny. Owners, architects, contractors, and municipalities are evaluating façade materials not only for appearance, but for durability, fire compliance, constructability, embodied carbon, and long-term envelope performance. As the industry continues to explore mass timber and hybrid structural systems, … Continued

TASMAN

By Blake Huang

TASMAN delivers deep refinement with smoky gray-brown tones that shift throughout the wood’s natural grain. The finish creates a balanced interplay between darker charcoal undertones and softer, weathered highlights, giving the boards quiet depth without overwhelming the texture. Its grounded look works for a variety of exterior and interior cladding applications where the design calls for rich tone and character.

RAKI

By Blake Huang

RAKI brings a deeper, grounded state with its dark gray-brown surface and intricate wood texture. The natural movement of the grain reveals variation between charcoal, taupe, and shadowed gray hues. Its composed, earthy semblance makes it fit perfectly into exterior and interior designs where depth and natural character are showcased.