When it came to choosing materials for the project, there was no question what the homeowners wanted to use. "We knew we wanted redwood for the arbor. We didn't consider any other material for the project."
The strength, natural beauty, and durability of redwood makes it the perfect material for the northwest New Mexico climate, where weather temperatures range from below freezing in the winter to well above 100 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer.
Materials for the project, including all the redwood, came from The Redwood Store in Farmington. Family-owned and operated, The Redwood Store has a well-founded following of loyal customers in northern New Mexico.
The new curved seating area and redwood arbor serve as a beautiful centerpiece for the home's main outdoor gathering space.
The Redwood Store stocks redwood lumber and timbers for customers like Copper Creek Landscape, but they also build custom redwood furniture, planter boxes, and other handcrafted items.
Copper Creek Landscape completed this project. The homeowners had worked with Mark Christensen and his team before, as had the previous owners of the same house.
On the point of Cascade Peninsula, the entrance to Cascade Bay, stands a recently remodeled home on Harrison Lake, in British Colombia. The exceptional views of the lake and surrounding mountains command an indoor-outdoor lifestyle, which is enhanced with the warmth and beauty of a new redwood deck.
The warm, rich color and beauty of redwood creates a beautiful and lasting impression. Blending into the landscape, this stunning remodel creates a peaceful and relaxing outdoor living environment.
Selecting a Clear redwood grade, the homeowners like the mix of reddish heartwood and lighter colored sapwood.
Due to the home’s location in a high fire hazard area, the redwood decking was treated with a Class A exterior fire retardant wood preservative, Thermex-FR®, from Chemco, Inc.
The Harrison Lake home is primarily used as a weekend getaway during the warmer months from April to October.
In designing the project, unobstructed views of the lake were paramount. A glass railing system was installed along the entire length of the three-level deck. The mix of sleek, modern glass in the railing system, stone in the fireplace, and natural redwood deck boards create a design that will stand the test of time.
Upon acquiring the property, the homeowners undertook an extensive remodel, and an impressive 1,200 square feet of outdoor living space was added.
Given the home’s proximity to the water’s edge, the entire outdoor living space is achieved via an expansive, three-level redwood deck, totaling 4,000 square feet.
“Harrison Lake is a special place for our family going back to the days of my father and grandfather,” said the homeowner. “We bought the home for its spectacular views. By upgrading it with additional outdoor living space, and using long-lasting redwood for the decking, this is a space we will enjoy for years to come. We couldn’t be happier with how it all turned out.”
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