Arch Moods Materials Timber & woodwork Timber & woodwork in architecture Explore 4 documented timber & woodwork specifications in architecture, with products, uses, original or conservation phases and source references.
Documented materials Verified project and conservation specifications. This is a partial record; original and later conservation phases are distinguished.
Recorded in Edgar J. Kaufmann Sr. House (Fallingwater)
Used for Wright-designed woodwork and furnishings
Species Black walnut from North Carolina
Assembly Walnut veneer over marine-grade plywood
Finish Shellac — documented in the 2011 conservation account
Phase Original veneered woodwork; later finish conservation The Conservancy identifies the plywood-and-veneer assembly and discusses repair of deteriorated shellac. These records do not establish shellac as the original finish on every furnishing or show that current coatings are unchanged.
Checked 2026-11-02
Recorded in Parkside Villa / Studio B Architecture + Interiors
Used for Exterior wood cladding
Product Benchmark Ash cladding
Manufacturer Thermory
Species Thermally modified ash
Phase Documented project specification The project credits identify Benchmark Ash cladding. Profile code, dimensions and installed coating are not documented.
Checked 2026-10-30
Recorded in 1616 / arita japan’s New Flagship Opens in Arita
Used for Showroom timber flooring
Product Douglas Natural
Manufacturer Dinesen
Species Douglas fir
Assembly 28 mm thick, 300 mm wide; full lengths up to 6.2 m
Finish Lye and White Oil
Phase Showroom transformation (2020) Checked 2026-10-30
Recorded in Don E. Lovness Studio & Cottage
Used for Exterior Douglas fir woodwork
Product SDF
Manufacturer Sansin
Finish Two coats
Phase Studio renovation begun in 2016; owner account published for 2023 conference Applies to the Studio, not the separate cottage. Replacement treatment over the earlier creosote.
Checked 2026-10-30