Serene porches and oasis-like patios are all the rage these days, and design pros—aiming to pair comfort and functionality—are crafting these stylish spaces with natural materials like cypress. 
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A lakeside vacation retreat designed in collaboration with Environment Architects, is a good example of the masterly use of hardwood. The 1-by-6-inch cypress boards have undergone shou sugi ban, the traditional Japanese method of charring wood.
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Even as design trends change over the years, cypress is proving to be a complementary fit in any architectural style and in creative ways—indoors and out. With cypress, the possibilities really are endless.
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