RK Timbers

Positioned on a secluded bay on Waiheke Island and wrapped in cedar, this home draws on the forms of rural sheds and barns.

Roofing and cladding are detailed as a rainscreen system using 28mm thick vertical shiplap bandsawn Western Red Cedar boards, coated to weather naturally to a soft silver-grey.

The Bay by Christian Anderson Architects
Build by Whelan Building
Photography by Parker

A timber-lined space adds texture, warmth, and refined detail.⁠

Our innovative hidden screw-fix system allows timber panelling to be invisibly fixed—flush to either timber ceiling battens or aluminium ceiling systems, achieving a clean, flawless finish with no visible fixings and straightforward installation.⁠

Choose from Cedar, Abodo, Larch, Hemlock, Yellow Cedar, American White Oak, Australian Oak, and Truwood®. Profile fixing specifications for each species are available for download → link in bio

Red Cliffs House by Map Architects /Photography by Simon Devitt Photographer
Panorama by Edwards and White Architects / Photography by Samuel Hartnett
Warrington Coastal Retreat by Mason and Wales Architects / Photography by Graham Warman

A simple timber box form that appears to float—clad in a rainscreen system that neatly conceals the services. Integrated cedar shutters hide full-height windows, which slide into a concealed cavity behind the rainscreeen. Cedar soffit and ceiling panelling enhance the sense of being immersed in nature.

Product details:
Western Red Cedar vertical shiplap random width and depth rainscreen system
Western Red Cedar soffit and ceiling panelling

Mawhitipana Beach House by Mackay Curtis Architecture
Constructed by Sheffield Construction
Photography by Simon C Wilson

Our INTERSET® Recessed Window System creates a clean, minimalist finish around windows—while enhancing weather protection and thermal efficiency.

Explore the details in our INTERSET® brochure → rktimbers.co.nz/systems/interset

From the emergence of modernism in the 1930s, through postmodernism, to the diverse period of today, we've been a part of exciting developments in New Zealand’s architectural journey. The creative spirit of New Zealand architects spurs us to keep pushing boundaries with timber, enabling experimentation with innovative forms and structures, and the design of more sustainable and impressive buildings.

Te Arai Beach House by Fearon Hay – Among the dunes and pine forest sits a contemporary timber cabin.

Cedar cladding and roofing weather to a silver-grey over time, helping the building settle into its surroundings. Inside, the use of cedar continues, creating a unified feel and softening the transition between indoors and out. The timber is oiled to add warmth, richness, and a cosy atmosphere. Sliding cedar shutters control light, air, views, and privacy.

Materials:
• Open rainscreen to roof and enclosed rainscreen to walls utilising vertical shiplap weatherboards, in Western Red Cedar, with a bandsawn face
• Coated in Dryden WoodOil Platinum
• Cavity battens and fixings
• Western Red Cedar interior panelling and shutters

Architecture by Fearon Hay
Interior Design by Sonya Hawkins
Build by Lindesay Construction
Photography by Simon C Wilson

Endless possibilities with solid timber.

At our Papakura manufacturing office, prime grade American White Oak is featured throughout the interior linings—showing showcasing the warmth, consistency, and versatility of natural timber.

Materials:
- Flooring: solid 19mm with a 172mm cover, finished in Bona Traffic Matt polyurethane
- Joinery: Glazed oak sliding door
- Furniture: Fluted table and reception
- Cabinetry: Faceted cabinetry
- Wall and ceiling panelling: bandsawn finish, coated in Sansin ‘Jet Black’ and a clear topcoat for added depth

Architecture by SGA Architects
Build by SB Joynes and Johnstone Building
Captured by Simon Devitt Photographer

Set on a working thoroughbred horse farm, this home adopts an aesthetic inspired by rural stables. Cedar shingles and whitewashed vertical shiplap cladding give the building a sense of authenticity and timeless character.

Materials:
- Western Red Cedar shingles No.1 Blue Label
- Enclosed rain screen system
- Coated Sansin Woodforce Nordic White
- Vertical shiplap weatherboards
- Cavity battens and fixings
- Aluminium flashings

Stud Farm Residence by Sumich Chaplin Architects
Photography by Simon Devitt

A refined vertical shiplap design by Adam Taylor Lorarch, with a custom bevelled profile that adds texture, movement, and shape. Dark-coated 28 mm Western Red Cedar weatherboards define the upper level, creating a striking contrast to the light clay brick façade below.

Pitau House by Adam Taylor Lorarch
Build by Fairbairn Builders
Photography by Simon Devitt Photographer

Everyone accepts that rules are necessary but that doesn’t stop them being a drag on time and budgets. That’s when our compliant systems really come into their own. Especially when the Building Code changes. As soon as we get wind of changes coming we’re on the tools, checking our systems and making any necessary adjustments to ensure there are no holdups in the supply chain.

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