Space notesSmall terrace layouts: building a natural corner in little space
On a small terrace the aim is not to fit everything but to make the right three decisions about shade, privacy and seating.
✳NOTES ON MATERIALS & SPACES
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Take a closer look at the material. Find ideas for your space. Notes on thatch, matting and bamboo.
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Space notesBuilding a space atmosphere with natural material: the language of reed, mat and bamboo
Atmosphere comes not from a single material but from the relationship materials build with each other, with light and with the user.
Space notesLight and texture: designing the play of shadow on natural surfaces
The best part of natural material is how it changes with light through the day; you can make that change part of the design.
Space notesPavilions, gazebos and Bali-style structures: designing a stop in the garden
A freestanding shade structure can be both a resting point and the focal point of a garden.
Space notesDirection, height and wind in shade design: finding the right shade
A good shade structure takes into account the sun's movement through the day, the wind and the height of a person together.
Space notesNatural texture in cafe and lounge interiors: building warmth
In a cafe, people choose the feeling before the coffee; natural texture carries that feeling from ceiling to wall.
Space notesBuilding a living space in a villa garden with reed and bamboo
A villa garden is not decor but an extension of daily life; shade, privacy and texture shape that life.
Space notesBar and counter front cladding: building rhythm on a vertical surface
The front of a bar is one of the most looked-at vertical surfaces in a venue, and the material you choose sets the atmosphere directly.
Space notesPoolside layout: how to build natural shade beside the water
At the pool, shade is not just coolness; it also balances seating, circulation and the view.
Space notesRestaurant garden and veranda: building atmosphere around the table
In a place where people dine outdoors, shade, table spacing and ceiling texture are as much part of the experience as the plate.
Space notesNatural material in hotel and resort landscapes: building a whole
In a large property, natural material connects not individual corners but the whole route a guest walks.
Space notesBeach club and beach layout: shade, circulation and bar as one
On the shore, a good layout depends less on the number of umbrellas than on how paths, gaps and service flow are set up.
Space notesDesigning Natural Shade
The placement of a parasol determines far more than just where its shade falls.
Material guideReading the material up close
The fringe of reed, the weave of woven mat, the line of bamboo.
Project guideBefore the first meeting
Five pieces of information you can prepare for a clearer project.
Material guideReed roofs: reading fiber, layers and form
The look of a reed roof comes from fiber direction, layer density and roof form. Here is what to check before choosing.
Project guideSite Visit and Measuring: A Project Preparation Guide
Why an on-site visit matters, what to look at when measuring, and which photos and details make the first meeting far more productive.
Material guideReed parasols: diameter, base and layout
Choosing a reed parasol means considering diameter, pole, structure and spacing together. Points to check before deciding.
Project guideThe Application Process Step by Step: Idea to Handover
What stages does a natural material project usually go through? We explain the process from first conversation to handover in a simple flow.
Material guideWhat is a hedgehog roof and how is it read?
The name hedgehog roof can describe different natural coverings. A general reading of what to look at beyond the name.
Material guideMaintenance and Renewal Approach for Natural Material
How do reed, woven mat and bamboo behave over time? A general look at why regular checks matter and how a renewal decision is made.
Material guideHanging grass cladding versus hanging fringe
One is a roof surface, the other an edge finish. General information on where hanging grass cladding and hanging fringe differ and how to choose.
Space notesHow Season, Wind and Sun Affect Natural Material
How do the direction of the sun, the prevailing wind and seasonal change affect reed, woven mat and bamboo? General notes to keep in mind while planning.
Material guideChinese grass cladding: trade name and sample assessment
Chinese grass is a trade name that can describe different products. General notes on species, panel size and how to look at a sample.
Material guideFire Safety in Natural Materials: General Information
General awareness notes on fire risk in spaces with dry natural materials such as reed, woven mat and bamboo, and the topics to discuss during planning.
Material guideWoven mat ceilings: surface, joints and lighting
On a woven mat ceiling the weave is not the only thing that sets the look; panel joints, edge finishes and lighting points matter too.
Space notesLighting and Electrical Planning in Natural Material Spaces
How to plan lighting and electrics in spaces with woven-mat ceilings, reed roofs and bamboo cladding. Topics worth raising right at the start.
Material guideWoven mat wall panels: weave, joints and perimeter trim
On woven mat wall cladding, panel size, pattern direction, joints and perimeter trim are decided together. A general reading before deciding.
Space notesHow Rain and Water Behave on Natural Material
How do reed, woven mat and bamboo relate to water? General concepts such as slope, drainage and ventilation, and points to discuss during planning.
Material guideReed fences and rolls: visibility, wind and support
Choosing reed fencing and rolls means weighing visibility, fixing spacing and wind together. A general reading of the material.
Space notesNatural Material Installation Notes for the Aegean Coast
General climate notes to keep in mind when planning reed, woven mat and bamboo installations on Aegean coasts such as Bodrum, Cesme, Marmaris and Kusadasi.
Material guideBamboo pergolas: spacing, shading and joints
In a bamboo pergola the character of the shade comes from element spacing, diameter and the shading layer. Joint details are part of the design too.
Space notesMediterranean Coast and TRNC: Natural Material Notes
General climate notes for natural material installations on Mediterranean coasts such as Kas, Alanya and Belek, and in TRNC areas such as Kyrenia, Iskele and Famagusta.
Material guideBamboo fences and screens: diameter, spacing and joints
In bamboo fences and screens, diameter and element spacing change how much can be seen through. Frame, fixing and ground contact also need planning.
Project guidePre-Season Planning for Hotel and Facility Projects
Steps and a checklist to keep in mind when planning natural material structures before the season at seasonal facilities such as hotels, beaches and restaurants.
Material guideDecorative bamboo: density, direction and detail
Decorative bamboo settles whether it becomes background or focal point in a space through density, direction and frame design.
Material guideColour and Ageing in Natural Material
Reed, woven mat and bamboo change colour over time. We explain the reasons for this change and how this natural process can be seen as a form of beauty.
Material guideReed, woven mat or bamboo? How to compare them
Three natural materials, three different characters. The criteria to look at when comparing: appearance, use area, surface and detail.
Material guideSustainable Material Choice: A Look at Natural Material
Which questions are worth asking about sustainability when choosing plant-based materials such as reed, woven mat and bamboo? A measured, general overview.
Turn your ideas into something concrete.
These notes offer a practical starting point for choosing natural materials, placing shade structures and preparing your project. Describing what drew you to an image makes it easier to define the right product and the scope of the work.
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