The SiOO X Story – Protecting the Planet - Book - Page 85
The main home is formed of two parts; a two storey component
anchors into the ground with a flint plinth whilst its smaller
single storey sister hovers over a newly constructed natural
swimming pond. These two parts of the building are connected by a glass link which floats over water, this further detaches
the single storey part of the building accentuating its uniquely
intimate relationship with the site’s waterscape and nature.
In the middle of the house is a dramatic triple height space
over the dining area with floating balconies on the First and
Second Floors which take advantage of the
views created by the double height glazing.
This space also assists with solar gains and passive ventilation.
One of the key features of this waterside retreat is the nearly 1,000 metres of Siberian
larch decking and over 6,400 metres
of Siberian larch external cladding all coated
with SiOO:X wood protection treatment that
gives the timber a long life and natural surface,
with even colouration. Interiors of the house
such as corridor paneling and kitchen cabinets
use the same treated larch. Daniel from Studio
Fuse is delighted with the results.
– “The timber cladding we used on this
project was not only a major personal investment but it also sets the aesthetic for both
the external architecture and the interiors of
the house. By using SiOO:X wood protection
treatment it gives the timber a consistency that
otherwise you couldn’t have achieved.
– Using SiOO:X wood protection treatment
not only gives aesthetic value to the timber but
it also protects the timber, prolonging its life.
With timber prices increasing and sustainable
criteria becoming ever more important, the
lifespan of timber is incredibly important.”
SiOO:X benefits:
Gives aesthetic value to timber
Gives timber a consistent natural appearance
Meets sustainable criteria
Photo: Studio Fuse.
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