EDITOR ' S CHOICE
" Kebony is also weather resistant , requires little to no maintenance and , over time , will transform from its rich brown colour to acquire a unique silver-grey patina ."
Developed in Norway , Kebony ’ s pioneering wood-processing technology sees sustainable softwoods modified to maintain the durable properties of industrial hardwoods without the significant carbon footprint or compromise on appearance . The choice to use Kebony facilitates a sense of harmony between the house and the surrounding landscape , not only in the appearance of the richly coloured timber material , but also in the cladding ’ s production lifecycle , steeped with respect for the natural environment . Kebony is also weather resistant , requires little to no maintenance and , over time , will transform from its rich brown colour to acquire a unique silver-grey patina .
For the house ’ s interior renovation , its eight-foot ceilings typical of mid-century ranch houses were raised , making use of unused attic space . Large , new window openings were added to allow the living spaces to benefit from increased natural light and beautiful views . The project is phased , and future expansion will see a pool terrace and a pavilion added to the home layout to deliver on the architect ’ s vision to transform this dwelling , once set for demolition , into a modern family home inspired by its own history and surrounding natural environment .
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