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- Project uploaded by Canadian Wood Council on 10-08-2024
- Project last updated by Canadian Wood Council on 11-14-2024
Galien River Retreat
New Buffalo, MIPerched on a bluff overlooking a winding estuary, Galien River Retreat offers a serene escape with its expressed glulam structure and weathered gray Accoya wood siding. The linear design follows the land’s crest, with expansive glazing and screening that open to river views and natural surroundings. Balancing modernity and warmth, the home features a flat roof, extended eaves, and a screened porch—dubbed the "summer living room." The exposed glulam beams integrate indoor and outdoor spaces, extending to form a trellis connecting the house and garage. Inside, an open layout flows from kitchen to living areas, leading to a pool terrace and garden. A minimalist palette of black aluminum, polished concrete floors, and grey Accoya cladding creates a timeless, natural atmosphere, highlighting wood’s role in connecting the home to its environment.
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Project Details
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Year Built
2023
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Number Of Stories
2
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Bldg system
Mass Timber
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Square footage
3,200
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Building Type:
Custom Innovative Residential
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Material Types:
Mass Timber
Glue-Laminated Timber (GLT or glulam)
Structural Composite Lumber (e.g. LVL and LSL)
Project Team
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McKay Landscape Architects Landscape Architect
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Rockey Structures LLC Structural Engineer
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Summit Design + Build, LLC General Contractor
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Western Archrib Wood Supplier
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Wheeler Kearns Architects Architect/Firm
Version History
- Project uploaded by Canadian Wood Council on 10-08-2024
- Project last updated by Canadian Wood Council on 11-14-2024
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