Archetech - Issue 20 [Page 26]
Along with extensive use of stone, slate and glass on the exterior
of the building, Kebony wood is used in the building’s cladding.
Kebony was chosen for the build due both to its beauty and to its
hardwearing qualities, sustainability considerations were also of
importance to the owners and architects. Kebony is a Norwegian
material, manufactured in nearby Oslo using sustainably sourced
soft wood species such as clear and character grade pines. The
wood is impregnated with a non-chemical bio-based product,
heated and put under pressure, the resulting product is highly
durable and maintenance free. As such Kebony diverts demand
away from our tropical forests.
Diederik Advocaat Clausen, Partner and LOGG Arkitekter
commented: “With Villa Melkeveien we have designed a house
that is both at the epitome of luxury yet also environmentally
friendly. Working with Kebony allowed us a nod towards the
villa’s Scandinavian setting, offset with extensive glass to create a
contemporary feel”.
Adrian Pye, International Sales Director at Kebony said: “We are
absolutely thrilled with this latest project, the house is of exceptional
quality design and is a truly eye catching addition to the Vettakoillen
hill side. When Kebony wood was specified by LOGG Arkitekter and we
got involved in the project we knew from the designs that the house
would be beautiful but the end result has surpassed expectations, we
look forward to working with them again in the future”.
Visit www.kebony.com for further information.
For more information on the architects please visit: www.logg.no