Whether integrated into new construction or added to an existing structure, wooden slat facades can totally transform the appearance of a building and have practical benefits, too.
Typically attached to furring strips to elevate them off the exterior walls and installed with some space between them, the slats can help keep buildings cooler, shade windows and provide privacy. They’re becoming more popular as a modern and environmentally friendly exterior treatment.
The type of wood used, the finish, the spacing and the pattern of the installation can produce all sorts of interesting results, and some architects choose to extend the facades over the roof as well. The results feel warm, fresh and organic, especially when irregular natural logs and branches are used instead of lumber.
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