Thermally Modified Wood

April 15, 2024

Modern design incorporating an ancient Japanese charred wood technique. 

Yakisugi , or what is commonly called Shou Sugi Ban, is a traditional Japanese technique where the wood surface is burnt to create a weather-resistant surface. […]
March 18, 2024

Elevate Your Outdoor Space with Creative Wood Decking Designs

Transforming your outdoor space into a haven of relaxation and entertainment starts with innovative wood decking designs. From traditional to contemporary, these designs blend functionality with […]
September 20, 2023

The Ultimate Garage Design

If you own a vehicle, you need a garage to store it. You may need some inspiration on how to create an ideal and comfortable-looking garage. […]
April 3, 2023

Unlocking the value of laneway houses: What you need to know

Who doesn’t love a laneway house – those unique alleyway treasures popping up around Toronto?  The little gems provide unconventional living space for use by homeowners […]
March 10, 2023

Beautifully designed and built the u of T unveils new laneway infill housing project.

Three families have been given the keys to three brand new homes on the University of Toronto’s St. George campus – two of which can be […]
October 5, 2022

Wood is Good, Heat is Neat.

I found this really good article online and thought I would share with our readers. It was published and written by CaraGreen Heathy Building Materials.  Education should […]
June 29, 2022

Innovative bamboo decking and siding products now offered by CFP Woods 

May 12, 2022

Charred wood is inherently linked in Japanese culture and to the aesthetics of Wabi-Sabi.

Historically charred wood has been associated to Japanese culture and to the concept of Wabi-sabi. “The thought of finding beauty in every aspect of imperfection in nature”. It […]
February 4, 2022

What’s my expected costs to build a wooden deck in Toronto area 2022?