PROJECT TIMBER | Edition One, 2026:
Set against the alpine backdrop of Lake Whakatipu, @watershedsaunas is a design-led wellness experience founded in Queenstown, New Zealand.
Developed by WATERSHED, in collaboration with @ctrl.space and @makespace_build this project features our Vitex timber decking and interior feature panelling with TMT Amba bringing together a traditional Finnish sauna experience with a distinctly NZ feel.
👉🏻 Read more about this project on our website: www.jsc.co.nz/news/project-timber-watershed-sauna
It's all in the details ✨
Take a closer look at the thermally modified timber wall cladding we've installed on our Onemana new build, supplied by @jsctimber . Easy to install and built to stand the test of time 💪
A contemporary take on the classic barn form, designed for modern family living.
Balancing openness with privacy, this home features seamless indoor-outdoor flow and a refined material palette. The use of MicroPro® treated Radiata Pine in a Vertical shiplap profile, finished in JSC Coda Caliaby, creates a soft, modern exterior.
Inside, Scandinavian industrial influences come through in polished concrete floors, black joinery, walnut cabinetry, and light-filled spaces keeping a warm, grounded feel.
A home that balances presence and practicality.
See the full project: https://jsc.co.nz/projects/point-wells-home
Design: @embarc.nz
Build: @modernbarnliving
👀 Take a closer look at these Dunedin townhouses, defined by a restrained architectural approach and a carefully considered material palette.
Vertical shiplap cladding in TMT Taiga, finished in JSC Coda Silver Fox, introduces depth and contrast against crisp white walls, giving the façades a clear, structured rhythm. Each home is oriented to capture views across the neighbouring golf course while maintaining privacy.
👉 Read more about the project on our website: jsc.co.nz/projects/lynn-st-dunedin-home
🔨 Build: @tgchomesnz
PROJECT SHOWCASE: St Georges Bay Rd Home
A thoughtful revival of a mid-century icon in Parnell. Originally designed by Group Architect James Hackshaw, this residence has been carefully renovated by Mike Olson, bringing it into the 21st century while honouring its Modernist roots. Alaskan Yellow Cedar cladding in a J55 profile, and finished in a custom light grey JSC Scumble coating, gives the exterior a refined, cohesive finish that complements the home’s Modernist form.
See project online: jsc.co.nz/projects/st-georges-bay-road-home
We’ve been quietly working on something new.
Meet Sambara® - a light, even-toned interior timber with a subtle grain that brings calm and natural character to a space.
Beautiful as is, or enhanced with tinted coatings like JSC Coda Lux Wax. Sambara performs particularly well with painted and stained coatings, giving you flexibility in achieving the desired aesthetic you are after.
FSC® 100% Certified.
Visit our website to request a sample or view more information >> jsc.co.nz/species/sambara
#JSC #Sambara #InteriorTimber #NZBuilding #NZArchitecture #InnovationToBuildTomorrow #Panelling #TimberPanelling #Battens #TimberBattens #TimberCeilings
New Zealand’s first floating sauna – now on Lake Whakatipu.
When @watershedsaunas and @makespacebuild first shared the idea with us, we were genuinely stoked. Not just because it floats, but because it centres around wellness and a deeper connection to nature.
Two Finnish-style saunas sit on a floating pontoon with direct access to the lake below. Heat. Cold plunge. Repeat. At your own pace.
Sustainably sourced Vitex from the Solomon Islands was used throughout the project, inside and out, creating a consistent natural material presence across both the pontoon and sauna spaces.
The saunas were crafted in Auckland by Makespace before making their way south to Queenstown, where it officially opened its doors in December 2025.
Proud to have been involved in a project that encourages people to step outside, reset, and reconnect.
Sauna. Lake. Repeat.
We’ll be sharing more about this project soon...
Designed and built by G.J. Gardner Homes Nelson, this 219.6 m² custom home brings together contemporary lines, natural textures, and a warm, coastal-inspired palette.
The exterior uses a thoughtful mix of painted render, stonework, and vertical Western Red Cedar cladding, creating a balanced, cohesive street presence. Installed in a J58 vertical shiplap profile, the Cedar adds subtle rhythm and refinement, with a clean architectural finish.
Inside, the home carries that same easy, relaxed feel - light-filled spaces, soft tones, and a layout designed for modern family living.
📍 This Show Home is open for viewing at 68 Summerfield Boulevard, Richmond, Nelson
See the full project here: jsc.co.nz/projects/summersfield-palms-show-home
Products: Western Red Cedar coated Dryden Dune
@gjgardnerhomesnz
A beautiful new Garapa deck just finished in Riverhead. @jsctimber delivering the wood and as always coated in @cuteknewzealand CD50 extreme to handle the harsh NZ UV rays. Whole deck sits on an aluminium subframe from @proframe_nz and modelled perfectly by Sid the border collie!
Set on the Rangitahi Peninsula in Raglan, this home designed & built by @fv_design_and_build is quietly impressive, and for good reason.
Recognised nationally and regionally across multiple House of the Year awards, the home balances strong architectural lines with a calm, coastal feel.
On the exterior, Western Red Cedar cladding combines J55 profiled weatherboards coated in Dryden Dune with J58 centre-groove boards in Dryden Midnight, creating depth and contrast while still sitting comfortably in the landscape.
Inside, Western Hemlock batten detailing brings warmth and texture to key spaces, from the entry feature wall to the kitchen and dining ceiling. Finished in JSC Coda Luxury ‘Lux’ Wax - White, the timber keeps the interior soft, cohesive, and understated.
Massive congrats to the FV Design & Build team on this beautifully resolved home that is warm, restrained, and expertly crafted.
See this home here: https://jsc.co.nz/projects/rangitahi-peninsula-home
Imagery: House of the Year
Design & Build: FV Design & Build
Cladding Coatings: @drydenwoodoil
NOW OPEN!
We’re proud to open the doors to the new JSC & PSP Design Showroom in Auckland.
Created to support confident material selection, this purpose-built space brings together a wide range of materials under one roof, giving you the opportunity to touch, feel and compare products properly, side by side.
Installed displays, a dedicated material library, and collaborative meeting areas have been thoughtfully designed to make decision-making easier and more enjoyable.
As JSC celebrates 125 years and PSP marks 40 years in business, this shared showroom represents a significant milestone built on shared values and long-term relationships.
Come and experience the space for yourself:
📍 28 Poland Road, Wairau Valley
🕘 9am - 3pm
📩 Bookings recommended – email [email protected] or call us on 098865566 to arrange a visit
Matakana Home
AMR Developments used Alaskan Yellow Cedar battens in this home as a functional rainscreen, delivering a clean, contemporary outdoor space with soft, natural tones.
See project: jsc.co.nz/projects/matakana-home
