ENGINEERED STONE E LUXURY
family, they turned to Sintered Stone from Neolith to provide the look of nature with additional rability benefits.
Neolith Strata Argentum ceiling and floors. Image by Adam Letch.
The entire exterior of the home is clad in Neolith, and 21,000 sq. ft. of the material was specified for the Ceramitex Facade System, utilising the proprietary Unity Attachment Technology by Elemex and installed by Ontario Panelization. Here, architects Bullivant and Basson used lighter hued, creamy Strata Argentum, to blend in with the snowy landscape in the winter and bright skies in the summer, and the darker charcoal Nero Zimbabwe to match the lower-level forest and the rest of the surrounding environment.
The project is unique both in its appearance and its construction, as it was designed in the same way a commercial project would be, due to its size and complexity. However, with its sleek lines and earthy tones, it still manages to encapsulate the warmth of a beautiful, modern home.
Steven Cooper, Architect of Record, noted that: “The final execution of the project was realised due to deep collaboration, technical expertise and appreciation of the design intent. Minor modification to design and construction details were suggested based on the geographic location, building code and local municipal practices. Ultimately, this collaboration has produced a project we are collectively very proud of.”
Neolith was the ideal choice for the home’s façades due to both its durability and its ability to be shaped in an unusual way.
According to David Waugh, Facades Specialist at Elemex, said: “One of the great features of Neolith is that it not only comes in a very large format, but is extremely durable for such a thin panel. Its strength was initially proven when we had to cut the material into particularly complex angles.
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“Furthermore, it is scratch resistant and immune to high impact—all essential traits for a home surrounded by wilderness. Neolith is also tag resistant, which means the homeowner’s grandkids can play freely without fear of permanently marking the floors and walls.”
Neolith was specified for this project due to its similarity in appearance to elements found in nature, with the added benefits of durability, versatility and even sustainability. This makes it a modern and practical choice for a range of residential applications.
Commenting on the project, Robert Geerts, Project Manager at Bernardo Group Ltd., the subcontractor who managed the interior tile fabrication, said: “When first introduced to Sintered Stone, I saw it as the product of the future. I believed in it right away. The material takes tile to the next generation and, having now worked with Neolith products, I can say its advantages truly lie with the end user: they will have floors which will last decades, wall cladding that is non-pervious, and outdoor applications that can withstand Mother Nature.”
Mar Esteve Cortes, Director of Neolith, added: “This home is very special due to the numerous factors that surround its creation. From the stunning location and the architects’ inspired design concepts to Elemex’s ingenious Ceramitex Facade System, the project was a success from start to finish. This is one of our most exciting projects in the region and the team truly pushed endless boundaries with this build. We are absolutely thrilled with the outcome.”
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