Our workshop building itself is an ongoing site of experimentation. We clad the façade of the former barn and woodshed using Yakisugi (焼杉), called sometimes Shou Sugi Ban (焼 杉 板), a traditional Japanese technique of charring wood to enhance its durability.

Using low-quality spruce planks sourced from our own forest—wood that would typically be unsuitable for external use—we applied this age-old method to "upgrade" the material. The charred surface not only creates a striking blackened texture but also serves as a natural shield against weathering, insects, and fungi, extending the lifespan of the untreated wood while minimizing environmental impact.