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This expansive residence set amongst farmland in Delhi combines natural stone with the warmth of Abodo feature timbers. Caption Several Abodo Vulcan timber products were chosen for these accents and also for areas of the landscaping, with the products’ stability and durability being the leading reason for its specification. Caption Vulcan Cladding (WB10 Profile) is used to accentuate the stone facade, framing the upper edge of the building, decks, and creating louvre screens over some windows. Caption Vulcan Screening is used to screen the external staircase and on a vertical screen on the building’s facade. In the landscaped gardens it is used in a post and beam format for pergolas, to create the poolside bar.... Más

With a goal of creating a climate conscious build, Christopher Wood Architects and Selah Homes partnered with Abodo and chose Abodo’s carbon negative Vulcan timbers for this luxury showhome north of Auckland. Jono Parker In total, the Abodo products used in this home add up to a total carbon store of 3500kg - going a long way to realising the goal. Jono Parker Aesthetically, the timbers give the home a highly finished, contemporary country lodge look, with the upper floor of the home using Abodo Vulcan Cladding with a brushed finish in Protector Ebony, with vertical Vulcan Battens laid over top at even intervals to add some visual depth. Jono Parker Inside, Vulcan Panelling lines one of the key interior spaces, which... Más

The concept of Cohaus is not a new one, but for modern city-dwellers, it may feel like a breath of fresh air. Residents of the twenty units share facilities and therefore also expenses - electricity, internet, laundry facilities and even cars - and, for those with families, the children run free together in the courtyard and gardens. Adam Luxton In the construction of the terraced and apartment buildings, the designers were careful to choose products and materials that encapsulated the sustainability ethos of the project. This included using Abodo Vulcan vertical weatherboards on the Courtyard block and Abodo Vulcan Decking for the elevated decks on the Surrey block. The decking product is also used for the external staircase for the... Más

The bold architectural forms of this lakeside holiday home in Taupo coexist cohesively with the natural and built environment due to the use of Abodo Vulcan Nero weatherboards, while indoors a warm atmosphere is created with Vulcan Panelling in Protector - Straw. Matt Westerman Lake Taupo is the largest freshwater lake in Australasia, around the size of Singapore, and is known for its deep blue waters and much-loved for the leisure activities it offers visitors. For the owners of this holiday home, being able to vacation just a short amble from the shores of the lake made this an appealing spot to build, providing possibilities for uninterrupted views. Matt Westerman The land had existing plans in place, however, which meant the... Más

The beautiful surroundings of this coastal home called for a rethink of the floorplan and a refresh of the exterior using Abodo timbers, while a new sculptural entrance adds momentum to the moment of arrival. Caption Despite being just twenty metres from the water, this home had little in the way of physical connections to the outdoors. The homeowners called on Max Capocaccia of MC Architects to help them solve this problem with a reshuffle of the interior spaces, but the brief soon developed further, says the architect. For the entranceway, Corten steel angles over the front door, alongside a folded facade of Neolith tiles. This combination of gritty materials is juxtaposed against the softer tones of the boxy garage form, which is... Más

Sensitivity is paramount when creating a new structure in an area of ancient historic significance, like this village in the Southern Borders of Scotland. An external material palette of stone and Abodo Vulcan timber weatherboards were carefully chosen to help this new building merge with its neighbours. Caption Built for a client in their later years, who wished to downsize and live closer to the amenities of the village, this home was positioned on the site of a series of brick sheds in the backyard of an existing building near the village centre. Caption When it came to material choices, the house closely follows that of its neighbours, with a lower level formed out of local stone and a darkly textured slate roof. Abodo Vulca... Más

Abodo Vulcan Charred timber weatherboards add a sense of contrast and contemporary texture to the additional wing for an existing home in Jack’s Point, Queenstown. Caption For this project, architects Kerr Ritchie were originally called upon to add sun shading to a schist-clad home in Jack’s Point. The success of this addition, which used Abodo Vulcan Charred timber, inspired the homeowners to expand their brief to encompass a new wing on the neighbouring section, containing a guest apartment, office space, wine cellar, pool, games room and additional garaging. Caption The sun shading reaches across the brow of the original home and connects the two both physically and in terms of materiality. The new form then exten... Más

With such a beautiful outlook, the design of this home called for expansive areas of glazing and for a natural material palette that allowed it to merge with the landscape. The clients requested the use of natural timber throughout the home, and Abodo was suggested to architects Morriarchi Architecture by contractors Gray Construction Group, who had worked with the eco-timber products on a previous project. Caption On the exterior walls, the Abodo Vulcan weatherboards are finished with Protector Oil Teak, chosen for both longevity and visual warmth. This material is also used for the entry door, gatehouse door and master bedroom balcony hood, creating a sense of consistency throughout the property.All interior spaces have barn-style d... Más

Completed in 2018, the Omaha house overlooks the estuary facing west. An awkward shaped site and the desire to connect the occupants with the stunning water surrounds led to a three-formed or winged structure connected with glazed hallways. Abodo’s Vulcan Cladding with Sioo:x finish gives the humble “board + batten” cladding a longer-lasting and low-maintenance finish and fits in sympathetically with the coastal environment. Vulcan Cladding is made from thermally modified timber, a process which uses heat and steam rather than chemicals, and results in a highly stable, durable timber. Sioo:x is a reactive coating, which weathers evenly to a beautiful silver grey after exposure to the elements. This process accelerates t... Más

Based near Byron Bay, Salty Builds and Salty Stays is run by an energetic trio who make every decision based on how it will affect the Earth. This ethos led them to choose Abodo’s FSC®-certified Vulcan timber for the cabins at their eco retreat. Armed with this solution, Salty Stays created The Cabin, an off-grid, self contained and very Instagrammable escape on the hilltop, built using Abodo Vulcan timber battens with a Sioo:x finish. Sioo:x is a silicate-based wood finish that is designed to silver off over time, meaning it requires very little maintenance and can last up to ten years before needing to be reapplied. Created using FSC certified New Zealand timber, Abodo Vulcan is locally made and thermally modified for increase... Más

The homeowner’s brief was for a small, fun, carefully crafted home. Additionally, it had to be materially interesting and cost effective. For the home’s exterior, Architects Pac Studio chose Abodo Vulcan vertical timber cladding alongside Zincalume® alloy. Combining these elements gives the building the feeling like it has been there forever - a found object, or vernacular shed, weathered by a life well lived. Caption Caption While the Vulcan timber cladding was chosen for its durability, stability and eco credentials (being sourced locally from FSC® certified forests), the Sioo:x Natural Wood Coating was chosen for its muted, weathered finish. Read more about this project here. Caption   Más

Designed to withstand the elements including all manner of natural disaster, Te Toka in Queenstown provides a safe and resilient bolthole for its overseas owner. With Abodo Vulcan timber screening in Silicate finish, the house maintains an understated aesthetic that contributes to its desired longevity. The natural Silicate timber finish ages gracefully with exposure to the elements, providing a low-profile and understated silvered look that requires only very minimal refinishing. Read more about this project here. Caption Caption Caption   Más

Many architects have contributed to the history of this Sydney home, from its original owner and namesake Sir Roy Grounds to the architect who conceived of it in 1972, Stuart Whitelaw, and finally current homeowner and architect Conrad Johnston of Fox Johnston, who has given the home a new lease on life using Abodo eco timbers and an extended floor plan. Choosing Abodo Vulcan WB10 145x20 vertical boards with a Protector Oil Walnut stain in the place of cedar meant creating a similar look to the original cladding but without the pitfalls of stability issues and frequent maintenance. Vulcan Cladding is created using thermally modified New Zealand-grown timber, which along with its patented vertical grain construction gives an enhanced level... Más

Aside from having multiple uses, this pre-fabricated structure by Alberta-based pre-form is designed to fit within many different environments, from a suburban backyard to the depths of a forest, in part due to the subtlety of the Abodo Vulcan Cladding in Nero deep black finish. Vulcan has also been used for the decking for Form 001, giving a cohesive look to the building. Pre-form is looking to expand their offerings with some ideas in the pipeline for larger living spaces and self-contained structures as well as a greenhouse and sauna, all of which will be created using Abodo eco-timber products. Read more about this project here. Más