by ssbhayani | Nov 19, 2025 | #NELMA, Industry News, News
Nestled in the Catskill forest just outside Woodstock, NY, the Woodstock Poolhouse is a sleek, 2,000-square-foot retreat designed by North River Architecture & Planning. At only 18 feet wide, the structure threads gracefully between towering trees, creating a... by ssbhayani | Oct 30, 2025 | #NELMA, Industry News, News
The Treehouse at Harvard University (designed by Studio Gang) uses exposed mass timber to create a “climb-into-the-treetops” gathering space. Why wood? Because it offers warmth, structure, and sustainability — and shows how material choice matters. About the Project... by ssbhayani | Oct 22, 2025 | #NELMA, Industry News, News
Why Local Eastern White Pine Belongs in Your Next DIY Project Welcome to The Local Wood Revolution When you pick up a board of Eastern White Pine (EWP), you’re holding a piece of New England’s legacy — and a smarter, more sustainable building choice. For today’s... by ssbhayani | Oct 16, 2025 | #NELMA, Industry News, News
Why “grain popping” is emerging as a must-do step in wood finishing A design trend is quietly gaining momentum among architects, finishers, and DIYers alike: applying a prefinish water “pop” to open up wood grain and let the stain truly sing. The technique—often... by ssbhayani | Oct 2, 2025 | #NELMA, Industry News, News
A Golden Opportunity for Appearance-Grade Lumber HGTV designer Mika Kleinschmidt, star of 100 Day Dream Home, has declared it: wood paneling is making a comeback. In a recent interview with Country Living, Kleinschmidt noted that while shiplap has dominated design... by ssbhayani | Sep 15, 2025 | #NELMA, Industry News, News
Dolly Varden Siding — A Classic Profile The name Dolly Varden carries history, craftsmanship, and color—appearing both in the world of architecture and in the streams of the North Pacific. In New England, Dolly Varden refers to a beloved lumber profile in eastern...