Designed to connect guests with nature, the property features extensive use of timber across its buildings, bridges and communal spaces.

CUTEK® Extreme was selected for its penetrating oil technology, protecting the wood from within rather than sitting on the surface. Applied across cedar and Douglas fir substrates, it helps control moisture movement, reducing the risk of cracking, flaking and degradation over time.

A Honey Colourtone was used to enhance the natural warmth of the timber, delivering a consistent, premium finish across the property.

From event spaces to bridges and poolside structures, Southall demonstrates how CUTEK® provides scalable, low-maintenance protection — no peeling, no flaking, just performance that lasts.

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Spanning approximately 98 metres, the building demonstrates how engineered timber can compete with steel at a truly large scale, supporting Air New Zealand’s maintenance operations for decades to come.

Constructed using more than 1,200 m³ of LVL and CLT, the prefabricated timber elements were assembled on site in large sections, with individual trusses weighing up to 38 tonnes. Designed for New Zealand conditions, the structure offers seismic resilience, reduced weight, and resistance to coastal corrosion.

CUTEK® wood oil was applied to all timber substrates at XLAMs Tidal Road facility, with approximately 3,400 litres used across the project. Protecting the timber during storage and transport was critical, but even more so on site. In an active airport environment, there is no tolerance for coatings that can crack, peel or detach. By penetrating deeply into the timber, CUTEK® eliminates that risk, providing reliable protection without forming a surface film, and establishing a long-term maintenance system from the outset.

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During development, sections of the site required selective clearing. Rather than removing the timber, it was repurposed across the park into benches, tables and informal seating. Retaining the natural character of the wood, these elements form part of the visitor experience while reducing waste.

CUTEK® Extreme was used to protect this reclaimed timber, enhancing the natural grain while providing long-term resistance to moisture and weathering. On the main building, structural timber elements were finished with CUTEK® Extreme with Colourtone Black Ash, delivering a deep charcoal tone that references the surrounding Australian bush and its resilience.

The result is a project that balances adventure with thoughtful material use, where timber remains both a structural and storytelling element throughout the site.

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With constant foot traffic and full exposure to the elements, durability and long-term performance were critical. CUTEK® Extreme was used to protect the timber decking, penetrating deeply to control moisture and reduce the risk of warping, cupping and splitting over time.

The deck was finished with Colortone Goldtone, enhancing the natural warmth of the timber while providing added UV protection. This allows the timber to retain its rich, freshly oiled appearance for longer, even in Queensland’s harsh conditions. The doors required a custom Colortone to match with other doors through the school.

The result is a highly functional learning space where timber performs reliably, supporting both the daily use of students and the architectural intent of the building.

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