Project of the Month

Tucked into the lush landscape of historic Fort Langley, Form Studio is a modest yet striking workspace designed by Form Studio Architects. The building’s quiet presence is elevated by a carefully crafted wood façade, finished with Sansin SDF— Labrador Brown. Sansin SDF is a durable, low-VOC (volatile organic compound) wood finish, chosen not only for its environmental benefits but also for its ability to protect the cedar cladding from moisture and weather. The exterior cladding features western red cedar, milled into two complementary profiles: wide 1×10 boards create a smooth surface, while slender 2×2 battens add texture and visual depth. SDF Onyx was used on the plywood elements, adding subtle contrast and depth while maintaining a cohesive, modern palette. The workspace blends into its lush surroundings through thoughtful detailing and high-performance finishes, providing both aesthetic appeal and longevity, making it ideal for the Pacific Northwest’s climate. 

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Located in Banff National Park, the Okâch – Îyethkabi Oûgitûbi pavilion is a community gathering place that showcases regenerative architecture. Built by HSS Design Build Ltd., the pavilion features mass timber construction, using locally sourced dowel laminated timber (DLT) panels for its structure. The design, inspired by the region’s rustic, prairie-style architecture, harmonizes with the natural surroundings. A large overhang protects the building, supporting its 100-year design life. For enhanced beauty and durability, exterior cedar timbers are finished with Sansin SDF – Espresso, shielding the wood from water and UV damage throughout Banff’s fluctuating climate – cold dry winters and warm summers.

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Set at the edge of a meadow and framed by a serene pine forest, The Pointing Dog House by Johnston Architects is a beautiful example of modern design rooted in natural harmony. Located in Winthrop, Washington—a region defined by cold winters and hot, dry summers—the home is thoughtfully constructed to respond to both environmental demands and aesthetic aspirations.

To protect and preserve the exposed wood components, Sansin Precision Coat KP-30 in the colors Fawn 1208 and Blacksmith 1196 were applied as two coats, offering superior protection while maintaining the natural beauty of the timber. This careful balance of form and function underscores the project’s commitment to sustainable building practices and high-performance materials.

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Nestled in the heart of Boston, the David Rubenstein Treehouse at Harvard University designed by Studio Gang, showcases a forward-looking approach to sustainable design. The 55,000 square foot structure pairs mass timber with innovative low-carbon concrete to create a serene, nature-connected environment. Its exterior is finished in Sansin’s WoodForce Pale Gray WF-01, a 0-VOC, naturally weathering wood treatment that delivers exceptional water repellency and protection from UV, moisture, and blackening. Pale Gray offers the wood a calming presence while transitioning into a naturally weathered look. Together, these elements present a model for healthy, low-impact building that sets a compelling example for Boston and institutions around the world.

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Settled on North Pender Island, British Columbia, Clam Bay demonstrates a harmony between architecture, and nature. Designed by Blue Sky Architecture, this project conforms naturally to the lines of the forested hills and the ocean front. The roof is constructed of Douglas Fir glulam rafters are set precisely to create an organic curving roofline. The featured entry way is built using red cedar on the walls and trim. The beautifully accented Douglas fir pivot door, trim, and facia on the inside and outside of the home are protected with two coats of SDF – Natural Cedar.

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Revelstoke Mountain Retreat is nestled at the foot of Mount Mackenzie in Revelstoke, British Columbia. This private retreat demonstrates craftmanship while radiating warmth in its alpine setting. The quality timber supplied by Canadian Timberframes compliment the mountains and towering evergreen forest. The interior and exterior timbers’ character is enhanced and protected with two coats of Sansin SDF in a custom color. Sansin SDF is a penetrating finish for exterior and interior wood surfaces. SDF provides tough, effective protection with specially formulated oils and resins that penetrate the wood. SDF provides water resistance, and UV protection as a water-borne, low-VOC technology.

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Sansin is pleased to announce WoodForce Mist Gray WF-02 as its 2026 Color of the Year. WoodForce Mist Gray is a gentle, natural weathering color that offers a calming presence. WoodForce Mist Gray blends vintage aesthetics with timeless appeal, easing the transition to a protected weathered wood appearance.

“Vintage and weathered wood aesthetics are trending as homeowners, builders and architects seek the natural beauty of wood. WoodForce Mist Gray is a durable 2 coat finish for wood cladding that protects from water and UV degradation,” said Sjoerd Bos, Sansin’s Managing Director. “

WoodForce Mist Gray can be formulated for use in Sansin’s Precision Coat line, designed for use in a factory finish setting to achieve standardized production quality. Precision Coat WoodForce achieves Euro Class D, s1, d0, fire rating certification according to EN 13501-1 on vertically orientated, 18mm thick, rough sawn spruce with a shiplap profile. WoodForce is an ideal wood coating protection system for fire retardant treated surfaces in some applications.

Learn more about Sansin’s WoodForce products by visiting our website: www.sansin.com/product/woodforce

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Sansin partner Iron Lotus Painting Ltd. recently completed a full exterior restoration of the Canadian Mountain Holidays Monashee Lodge. The lodge was previously coated in a solvent-based finish. To adhere to the previous coating and add durability and beauty, they selected Sansins’ ENS finish system. ENS enhanced the woods character in the colors Espresso on the siding, and Golden Wheat on the timbers. ENS was selected to stand up to the mountain climate “We strictly use Sansin for all our exterior wood applications,” says Iron Lotus Painting Owner, Melody Jean. “Our environment is harsh and known to be like a rain forest. As we move away from solvent-based products, we turn to Sansin’s water-borne formulas that add value to each project. Our clients love it”, says Jean.

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Nestled in San Diego, the Tetra I by Polythaus stands as a striking proof of concept: a 540 sq. foot accessory dwelling unit (ADU) originating from an innovative approach to housing design and construction efficiency. Co-founded by Daniel Lopez-Perez and Celine Vargas, Polyhaus was launched with a simple but ambitious mission to accelerate housing supply growth using a patented rapid-construction system that scales beautifully and sustainably. From the earliest stages, Tetra I Polyhaus was protected with Sansin Precision Coat KP-12, a durable penetrating coating designed to protect exposed mass timber during the construction phase. Inside, the cross laminated timber, supplied by Vaagen Timbers is finished with PC Glacier Gloss, a crystal-clear finish, followed by a final sheen of PC Glacier Low Luster. Sansin was applied to balance the natural beauty of the wood with a durable surface, offering long lasting protection.

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Horseshoe Bay’s Boat House serves a practical purpose while inspiring the community, offering a warm welcome to visitors. FraserWood fabricated the glulam and heavy timber which had to be barged into the site given its challenging location in Horseshoe Bay, BC. Precision Coat KP-12 protects the wooden beams, railings, and decking during construction. The architectural coating system used included Precision Coat KP-30 in a penetrating, custom color and Precision Coat KP-32 topcoat to provide extra durability.

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