Rough Platowood Fraké combined with lime plaster gives this villa in The Hague a luxurious yet robust appearance. The use of rough wood aligns with the architect's vision to preserve the natural character of the material as much as possible. For this reason, the wood was used untreated, allowing it to weather naturally. In the photos taken just two months after completion, the greying process is already clearly visible.
Architect Francois Verhoeven: “I don’t know of any other wood type that starts with such a beautiful warm tone and also weathers so nicely — and quickly. In addition, Platowood wood retains its appeal even in areas with less light. I really enjoy using rough Platowood Fraké for its natural look. I like that it comes in varying widths and has slight thickness variations in the rough boards. This makes the façade more visually interesting in grazing light. With detailed execution and in combination with sleek aluminium frames, it creates a chic and high-end effect.”
Read more about this project and view the photos on the project page.