Nakamoto Forestry

We sat down with Jim Parker of Elemental Building Solutions for a candid conversation about building in one of the most demanding environments of the Pacific Northwest.

On Orcas Island, wind, moisture, and corrosive salt air put every material—especially cladding—to the test. While engineered materials are often positioned as the default for durability, Jim points to yakisugi’s natural resilience as a time-tested solution.

Watch the full interview at the link in our bio.

Architect: .kau.architects