Arbor Wood Co.

Natural materials. Commercial-grade performance. 🍜

This recently opened Ramen Tatsu-Ya was designed by the team from Michael Hsu Office of Architecture and showcases the beauty and durability of Arbor Wood Co. Thermally Modified Ash, proving that high-performance building materials don’t have to sacrifice warmth, texture, or authenticity.

By combining the timeless appeal of real wood with enhanced dimensional stability and durability, thermally modified wood provided a sustainable solution built to withstand the elements.

As this project ages, the wood will naturally develop a distinguished silver-gray patina, creating a façade that evolves alongside its environment while maintaining lasting performance.

Explore the full project feature at the link in our bio 🔗

Location: Houston, TX
Architect: Michael Hsu Office of Architecture
Builder: Coterie Inc.
Product: Thermally Modified Ash
Distributor: US Lumber Brokers

Photos by Mathew DeKock, US Lumber Brokers

Less waste in production means a better product at a better price. Responsible sourcing means the forests we depend on are still standing in 30 years. Taking care of resources isn’t separate from taking care of customers. It’s the same thing.

We use time, materials, capital, and energy responsibly — with care for our business and the natural resources we rely on. Learn more about our commitment to sustainability at arborwoodco.com

Growth starts with great people.

We’re excited to welcome Kyle Clark and Rob Friend to the Arbor Wood Co. team as our newest Architectural Sales Managers. Kyle is based in Seattle, WA - serving the PNW and Western Coast, Rob is based in Atlanta, GA - Serving the Southeast.

As demand for American-made thermally modified wood continues to grow, Kyle and Rob bring decades of experience, industry relationships, and technical expertise that will help us better serve architects, designers, builders, and distributors across the country.

Their addition represents more than two new hires—it’s another investment in our customers, our partners, and the future of Arbor Wood Co.

Welcome to the team, Kyle and Rob. 🌲

Read the full announcement at the link in our bio.

Poplar doesn’t get enough credit. It’s a fast-growing domestic species with a tight, consistent grain — and when it comes out of our kilns, it takes on a color depth that stops people in their tracks.

Thermally modified poplar is stable, chemical-free, and performs well across cladding and dimensional applications. It’s also one of the more sustainable species choices we offer, given how quickly it grows back.

Beautiful wood that’s easy to feel good about specifying.

Request a sample over on our website at arborwoodco.com - link in bio.

Project: Amazon DII5 in Elkhart, IN
Architect: ZGF Architects
Photo by HALL + MERRICK + MCCAUGHERTY

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Some projects do more than complement nature—they help people connect with it.

At Bluff Lake Nature Center our thermally modified wood was selected to create a warm, inviting exterior that reflects the surrounding landscape while delivering the long-term durability and low maintenance performance today’s public spaces demand.

We’re proud to have our products featured in a place dedicated to conservation, education, and inspiring future generations to appreciate the natural world 🌏

Explore the full project through the link in our bio.

Location: Aurora, CO
Architecture: Shape Architecture Studio
Landscape Architecture: Superbloom
Build: Howell Construction
Product: Thermally Modified Ash Cladding

Photos by Sarah Vanderpool of SHAPE Architecture Studio

We changed packaging suppliers recently. The decision made sense on cost and logistics alone.

Then we found out our new supplier, Covington Box in Waterloo, Indiana, runs their facility on 100% solar power and prevents an estimated 395 tons of CO₂ emissions per year doing it.

We didn’t know that when we made the call. But it’s a good reminder that being a responsible steward of your resources and being financially disciplined don’t have to pull in opposite directions. Sometimes the right decision is just the right decision.

Good stewardship shouldn’t cost more. Full story on the blog - link in bio.

Nature created the beauty. Science unlocked its potential.

Thermowood® is enhanced using only heat and steam—improving durability, dimensional stability, and longevity without compromising the warmth and character that only real wood can provide.

Where nature meets innovation. That’s the future of wood.

As America celebrate its 250th anniversary, we’re honored to have played a role in a project that will inspire generations to come.

The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library opens its doors today, on July 4th, creating a lasting tribute to one of our nation’s most influential leaders. As an American company dedicated to crafting high-performance wood products, were proud to have been selected to help bring this remarkable vision to life with our American-Made Thermowood®

Projects like this remind us why we do what we do. They represent more than exceptional architecture—they celebrate American craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to building with materials that stand the test of time and respect the land from which they came.

Congratulations to everyone who helped make the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library a reality. We can’t wait for visitors to experience this extraordinary destination.

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Confluence Architects
Modular Trail Structures, LLC
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Photo by Nic Lehoux

Southern yellow pine has density and character that other softwoods can’t compete with. Run it through our ThermoWood process and what you get is a wood that’s hydrophobic, rot-resistant, and finished with a rich tone that ages with intention rather than against it.

It’s a workhorse species treated to perform like something far more precious. Good for cladding, decking, and anywhere you want real wood that holds up without asking much in return.

Request a sample — link in bio.

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