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A quiet retreat at the forest’s edge
March 2026 —– 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
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Crafted by Nature, Shaped for Harvard
February 2026 —– 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,
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BC Residence Blends Architecture and Nature
January 2026 —– 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
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Tranquil Alpine Retreat
December 2025 —– 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
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2026 COLOR OF THE YEAR
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
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Sansin Brings New Life to Canadian Mountain Lodge
October 2025 —– 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
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A Mass Timber Unit that Redefines Possibility
September 2025 —– 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
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Elevated by Nature, Enhanced by Sansin
August 2025 —– 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
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Village Charm Meets Sansin’s Lasting Protection
July 2025 —– In the Dutch development of De Plukhoeve, M3 Architects designed the homes to enhance the existing village ambiance through distinguished shapes and proportions. Each residence features a distinct main house, extension, and annex that are unified by a prominent sloping roof. To preserve the natural beauty of the Finnish spruce cladding, sourced
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Equestrian Elegance: Sansin SDF offers durability to an elegant horse barn in Maryland, USA.
June 2025 —– A shining example of a horse barn serves a distinct purpose while looking beautiful in Thurmont, Maryland. This barn is wrapped with porches on each side to create outdoor stalls. To help the exterior wood to stand up to the elements, the cypress wood and white pine are protected and beautified with