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30 July
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Big Island

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Big Island

This project was another very high-end resort in Hawaii. This project utilized Allaskan Yellow Cedar on the roof and Western Red Cedar in plate down. The intention behind this design resulted in the project being a huge success.

In this project, materials were supplied by others. At Daizen, we strongly comment on the value of drying timbers. These materials were sent to custom drying but results were hit and miss. After this project, Daizen made the decision to invest in its own kiln operation.

We stood behind on the challenges, such as some timber not being well dried, as well as communicating with the air freight structural member seven times to resolve this issue.

Notable

Mixed use of Red Cedar and Yellow Cedar setting two different tones of color in the house and Japanese influenced design.

Completed

2017

Architect/Designer

ZAK Architecture

Contractor

Metzler Contracting Co. LLC

Volume

20,000 bdft

Material

Western Red Cedar/Clear
Alaskan Yellow Cedar/Clear

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30 July
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Kohanaiki Clubhouse

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Kohanaiki Clubhouse

Our first involvement in a Hawaii project was with a very high end resort project with tight specifications. This included the timber being specified as clear grade, the 58 trusses that spanned almost 40 feet, and bringing in custom engineering product with grain match cladding. This Hawaiian project also included a treated glue-lam beam that Daizen tested in house for the bonding performance.

Daizen also started blessing the project in production due to the fact the high grade fiber was taken from valuable trees. The entire crew was instructed to handle all material with respect.

Daizen also brought connection details to eliminate steel knife plate connections which was originally designed. This eliminated the bolt heads from plugs. 

All trusses were test fitted and every single member was pre-cut and completely finished in Daizen’s facility. This contributed to smooth raising on site.

Notable

One of a kind unique custom engineered beam that set new approach in Hawaii market as a reliable method of construction in heavy timber.

Completed

2015

Architect/Designer

ZAK Architecture

Contractor

Metzler Contracting Co. LLC

Volume

60,000 sqft

Material

Wester Red Cedar/Clear

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04 December
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Ranch Manor

Ranch Manor with Rustic Wood Finish

Jennifer   |  

Ranch Manor with Rustic Wood Finish

Built on a historical ranch property in the British Columbia Interior, our greatest challenge

with this home was maintaining the time-honored feel and visual elements of a manor, while integrating contemporary design to deliver optimum structural integrity. Techniques for creating a distressed wood finish included corn blasting and applying a vinegar-copper solution. Historical ranch brands called ‘walking man” and the ‘cat’s eye’ were also incorporated into the design finishes. Daizen partnered with Nicola Log Works on this extensive project, which involved additional customization including curved timbers in the entryway and hallways that featured wood grain elements aligned with the truss and bridge between two buildings on the property.

Notable

Incorporated patina wood finish and custom steel brackets and accents to characterize a ranch manor from 100 years before.

Completed

2009

Architect/Designer

Smith Co. Ltd.

Contractor

Mibroc Construction

Volume

36,000 board feet

Material

Select structural Douglas fir, radio frequency kiln dried

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10 November
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Concrete and Wood House in Kamloops

Jennifer   |  

Concrete and Wood House in Kamloops

Wood joinery elements, using kiln-dried Douglas Fir, emphasize the modern designed exterior of this gorgeous home in Kamloops, BC. Daizen provided fine joinery in the Japanese “Ramma” tradition to create a unique front entrance that accentuates the combination of concrete and wood materials and provides an open, minimalist atmosphere.

Notable

Japanese Shoji style joinery at the entrance.

Art and Craft style woodworking.

Completed

2015

Architect/Designer

Willms Design Service

Volume

5,000 board feet

Material

Coastal Douglas Fir select grade, vacuum kiln dried

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09 November
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Aquastain project

House by Aquastain in Abbotsford

Jennifer   |  

House by Aquastain in Abbotsford

Daizen partnered with home designer Kevin Simoes to develop a framing solution for this stunning timber frame home in Abbotsford, BC, which utilized special steel tension rods within the grain-matched, curved truss. Additional solutions were conceived for a “floating” wood and steel staircase that is a focal point of the interior design. Daizen integrated a 30×30 30′ centre stair post made from timber that runs the height of the home. It has been kiln dried, sliced into three separate pieces and glued back together to provide appropriate support and eliminate opportunities for the stairs to shrink or twist over time.

Notable

  • Custom texture and colour (Comb finish)
  • 30×30 – 30’centre stair post
  • Suspended staircase
  • Combined natural shaped logs at the front of a covered porch
  • Grain matched structural curved beam for truss
  • Custom tension rod

Completed

2015

Architect/Designer

Streamline Design

Volume

24,000 board feet

Material

Coastal Douglas Fir #1 grade, vacuum kiln dried

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13 November
200

Cherry Creek Timber Frame Home

Jennifer   |  

Cherry Creek Timber Frame Home

This expansive home located on the outskirts of Kamloops, BC, has been designed and constructed to take in beautiful views of the surrounding hills and grasslands. Custom timber framing solutions have been used throughout the home to enhance 360-degree views created through floor to ceiling glass walls and windows.

Notable

Customized framing techniques were undertaken to support addition of floor-to-ceiling glass walls.

 

Completed

2012

 

Architect/Designer

Willms Design Services

 

Volume

26,500 board feet

 

Material

Standing Dead Douglas Fir

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13 November
200
Kamloops Post and Beam

Kamloops Post and Beam

Jennifer   |  

Kamloops Post and Beam

Timber framing was integrated into this hybrid-design Craftsman style home to create a unique front entrance through to the living area. Exposed beams and interesting joinery detail enrich the look and feel of the space.

Notable

Timber frame design integrated into front entrance of craftsman style home.

 

Completed

2013

 

Architect/Designer

Willms Design Services

 

Contractor

Fulcrum

 

Volume

8,200 board feet

 

Material

Radio Frequency Kiln Dried Douglas Fir

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13 November
200
Kamloops Timber Frame Home

Kamloops Timber Frame Residence

Jennifer   |  

Kamloops Timber Frame Residence

Simple elegance is reflected in this timber frame home that takes in gorgeous views of the city and beyond. Kiln-dried Douglas Fir has been treated with a natural oil finish developed by Daizen to enrich characteristics of the wood and protect it, while maintaining a modern visual effect.

Notable

A modern-pitched roof  and contemporary, elegant lines enhance this stunning home.

 

Completed

2013

 

Architect/Designer

Willms Design Services

 

Contractor

Warren Todd

 

Volume

13,000 board feet

 

Material

Radio Frequency Kiln Dried Douglas Fir

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13 November
200

Eagle Bay Getaway

Jennifer   |  

Eagle Bay Getaway

This project involved a family-owned lake front property, which was transformed over a three-year period through a collaborative approach between Daizen Joinery and Surelog Homes in partnership with contractor James Boark. This home had some unique challenges that Daizen was able to address for integrating two separate roof lines together.

Notable

Sleek roof lines, unobstructed lake-front views and Japanese-inspired structural features earn this impressive timber frame vacation home long looks from passersby.

 

Completed

2012

 

Architect/Designer

Willms Design Services

 

Contractor

James Boark

 

Volume

24,000 board feet

 

Material

Premium Kiln Dried Douglas Fir

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13 November
200

Little Shuswap Chalet

Jennifer   |  

Little Shuswap Chalet

This exquisite vacation home along the shores of Little Shuswap Lake was a collaborative timber frame project between Daizen Joinery and Nicola LogWorks. Due to the steep building site and terrain, Daizen developed a framing solution that utilized 20 different post heights to account for changes in slope. The overall effect is modern and makes the most of sweeping views of the lake.

Notable

Multiple post heights were created on this steep building site perched along the Little Shuswap Lake front.

 

Completed

2012

 

Architect/Designer

Willms Design Services

 

Volume

12,000 board feet

 

Material

Radio Frequency Kiln Dried Douglas Fir

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