SIDING PROJECTS
Accoya offers an ideal solution for exterior cladding with its superior durability and aesthetic appearance. It provides long-term protection against deformation, decay and color fading thanks to its high resistance to extreme weather conditions. With its low maintenance requirement, it maintains its first-day appearance and performance for years.
Inverness, Scotland
Solasta House
In the Inverness College project, located within the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) in Inverness, Scotland, Accoya timber cladding was supplied by Accoya-approved distributor Russwood. Accoya timber, which stands out with its natural and low-maintenance structure, was the preferred material for the exterior cladding.
Threesixty Architecture, which undertook the architectural design of the project, preferred the Accoya cladding provided by Russwood and the profile dimensions used were determined as 47mm × 25mm and 73mm × 50mm (on the edge). Before the application, the cladding was specially coated with Teknos FI-024 by Russwood in the factory. This process increased the resistance of the wood to natural weather conditions, while giving the structure a warm texture and aesthetic integrity.
Russwood supplied A1 quality Accoya timber in accordance with the project requirements and offered it in a modular system in panels measuring 150mm x 50mm in order to speed up the assembly process. Robertson Construction, the project’s main contractor, successfully completed the installation of the Accoya exterior cladding.
Malibu, America
Zero Carbon Certified Housing in Malibu
This private residence’s exterior cladding, ceilings and interior paneling are made of FSC-certified Accoya wood. As seen in the image, the ceiling of the room is covered with 25-meter Accoya wood panels, and there are skylights at the top providing natural light. In addition, Accoya woods treated with Delta Black coating by Delta Millworks were used as decorative cladding around the fireplace.
On Pointe Design, who undertook the interior architecture of the project, explains the reason for choosing Accoya around the fireplace as follows: “By using a zero-emission fireplace, we were able to use combustible shou sugi ban treated wood directly flush with the fire chamber.” Shou sugi ban is a traditional Japanese technique that allows the surface of the wood to be burned in a controlled manner, making it resistant to water and weather conditions.
On Pointe Design stated that they preferred FSC-certified Accoya wood as a sustainable alternative to traditionally used cedar wood for this special surface treatment technique. The Accoya wooden exterior cladding used in this project was supplied and applied in accordance with international sustainability standards. Designed with the goal of zero carbon emissions, this luxury residence stands out as a pioneering structure in terms of environmental sustainability.
Terschelling, Holland
Unique View to the Dutch Sand Dunes
This private residence on the Dutch coastline is located in a position with a magnificent view of the world-famous sand dunes, offering its residents the opportunity to experience this unique natural beauty every day. Starting with a concrete base layer, the structure is constructed using cross-laminated timber (CLT) and steel construction, and finally completed with a steeply sloped, asymmetrical roof covered with Accoya wood.
The natural Accoya wood will mature to a platinum grey color over time and become part of the natural landscape, integrating with the dunes. In addition, thanks to the skylight placed on the roof, it offers the opportunity to look out over the island and other surrounding houses from a high perspective while on the mezzanine floor under the roof dome.
This sustainable and nature-compatible design makes a difference with its natural materials, modern architectural solutions and details that integrate with the environment, bringing a new breath to the architecture in the region.