The new LennaMare secondary school in Lemmer, designed by BDP, is an example of future-proof and climate-adaptive education facilities.
The 3,100 m² building accommodates 355 students and combines a strong identity with a deep connection to the local context. The façades are made from Shodoshima charred wood by Zwarthout | Shou Sugi Ban, a material choice that evokes the aesthetic of traditional Frisian farmhouses while ensuring sustainability and low maintenance. The longitudinal façades, constructed from sustainably treated softwood, reinforce the building’s warm, inviting appearance and human scale.
Sustainability and circular construction are at the core of the design. The building is also designed to be energy-neutral in the near future. Every material selection and design decision was made in accordance with ESG principles, responsible resource use, and a healthy learning environment.
The Shodoshima façades, together with the softwood, form the visual and sustainable heart of the design, where aesthetic quality and long-lasting performance go hand in hand.
“We recently replaced the potted decked timber on our farmhouse in the Beemster region with Shodoshima semi-gloss from Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban. With special planks 25 cm wide, it looks great on a farmhouse. A very beautiful product and great service from Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban!”
”We chose Yoroi for several reasons. First of all, we like the Japanese classical technique used for burning the bamboo. Due to the burning technique Shou Sugi Ban, Yoroi has a fire class B and is maintenance-free. Finally, the black charred bamboo is a regrowable material and aesthetically matches our design perfectly.”
”As a gardener, it is an honour to work with such beautiful traditional products.
The delivery times are also great and you get friendly service.”
We have put together two Zwarthout | Shou Sugi Ban sample boxes: one for interior design applications and one for façade cladding.
That way, you can experience the attention, care and love we pour into each piece of wood yourself. And, of course, the beauty and exclusive looks the various textures have to offer.
