“Summer afternoon—summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language.”

― Henry James

The first day of Summer isn’t quite here yet, but as of late, we’ve been day-dreaming about sun drenched afternoons, relaxing by the pool with a good book, reconnecting with friends and family, and last but certainly not least, packing our bags and making a carefree escape to a summer house destination.

Whether it’s a home with pristine beachfront views, or stunning a lakeside retreat, we’ve rounded up 8 architecturally pleasing abodes that satisfy our lust to wander.  These picturesque homes will get your design pulses racing.

In 1991, David Milarch, an arborist from Michigan had a near-death experience that inspired a personal quest. When Milarch came back to life, he launched an ambitious project to clone and replant the world’s largest trees.  He co-founded the Archangel Ancient Tree Archive (AATA) to continue working towards his vision of replanting the earth with the genetics of the world’s remaining ancient redwood forests.

NIGIRI shou sugi ban charred Accoya in Wayzata, MN

According to TRADA (The Timber Research and Development Association), in recent years, timber in construction has undergone something of a renaissance, led by the desire to use more environmentally-friendly materials. While timber is at risk to biological decay, a combination of appropriate design and material selection will mitigate this risk.

In an article published in the Vol. 3 2018 issue, Residential Design Magazine featured a case study on the Wayzata Residence, highlighting the use of reSAWN’s NIGIRI shou sugi ban charred Accoya. Designed by Minneapolis-based firm Snow Krielich Architects, the Wayzata Residence is situated on a beautifully scenic location with incomparable proximity to Lake Minnetonka, one of the most popular lakes in the “Land of 10,000 Lakes”. Matthew Kreilich, FAIA, who led the design on this project, chose reSAWN’s NIGIR shou sugi ban charred accoya for the exterior cladding.

Earlier this November, reSAWN TIMBER co. was one of 325 exhibitors to present a wide variety of products to the hospitality industry at Boutique Design New York (BDNY). The two day event brought over 5,000 hospitality designers, architects, and purchasers to the Jacob Javits Center in NYC in search of sustainable and cutting edge materials. reSAWN featured shou sugi ban charred wood, interior and exterior cladding, newly harvested and reclaimed flooring, and custom furniture pieces.

Entering its eighth year, Boutique Design New York (BDNY) has quickly become one of the leading trade fairs and conferences dedicated specifically to serving the hospitality design industry. Presented annually by Boutique Design at NYC’s Javits Center, BDNY brings interior designers, architects, purchasing agents and hospitality owners/developers together with manufacturers and marketers of high-caliber design elements for hospitality interiors. reSAWN’s plan to exhibit at BDNY on November 12th & 13th brings a design specific offering of products that include shou sugi ban flooring & cladding, new and reclaimed flooring & cladding, and custom, solid wood furniture.

With a primary goal of revitalizing Boston’s South End neighborhood, Elkus Manfredi Architects created a design aesthetic that focuses on returning the area to a lively, dynamic mixed-use community. Drawing inspiration from former building owner–the Boston Herald–Ink Block has become a pillar in Boston’s revitalization project with classic Bostonian motifs and contemporary, edgy design features.

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Boule & Cherie is a bustling Parisian bakery serving up coffee & pastries to patrons in Lincoln Square right by Lincoln Center.  Large glass windows and delicious aromas beckon you in and the warm atmosphere of wood tables and wall cladding encourage you to stay and enjoy.   BAHND DESIGN STUDIO  specified reSAWN’s WHIPPED  wood wall cladding in hand scraped white oak — a match made in heaven.  WHIPPED is so named for its white finish, reminiscent of whipped cream or frothy milk on a latte.  The hand scraping lends texture and interest to this product from reSAWN’s RUSTIC MODERN collection .

RSTco. worked closely with Gensler Philadelphia to assist in and execute the design of this farm table for the break room for Verdis Investment Management in West Conshohocken, PA.  The table top and matching base is made from locally sourced North American White Oak finished with a 100% VOC-FREE hardwax oil.