The Kinnear Centre: Where Functionality Meets Aesthetics

Located in the gorgeous Bow River Valley in Banff National Park, The Kinnear Centre is a shining example of how modern design, and classic materials can create a stunning facility. The Banff Centre was founded in 1933, and is the largest arts and creativity center on the planet. It consists of several different facilities all …

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The Isrotel Beresheet in Israel Shines on the Mount Thanks to Ipe Wood

The Isrotel Beresheet is a luxurious hotel located in Israel’s Negev Desert. This resort, whose name means “genesis” in Hebrew, has over 40 buildings and 111 rooms, making it one of the most lavish and prime tourist destinations in all of Israel. What’s unique about this resort is the fact that it lies on the …

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Ahoy! Spy Wit’ Ye Eye Tis Ipe Decking at Treasure Island!

If the streets of Las Vegas could talk, what do you think their stories would be? Bars, casinos, and clubs line Las Vegas Boulevard, and attract the widest (and wildest) array of people any metropolitan city has ever seen. The Treasure Island Resort is one of Vegas’ most popular destinations. This pirate themed oasis attracts …

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10 Things You Can Build with Ipe Wood

Pergola made of Ipe Wood
This Pergola made of ipe wood will last for decades and will stand up to the everyday stresses of a hot and humid tropical environment.

Ipe wood can be useful and dependable in many applications. Because this exotic hardwood is so durable it can be used in a wide variety of outdoor applications. With high strength characteristics such as mold, decay, and insect resistance, you can build with confidence and create a truly noteworthy structure of your very own.

Here are the 10 things you can build with Ipe (specifically ipe boards that run from 3′ to 7′):

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