A Corporate Retreat at Suncadia Resort Roslyn, Washington
Scope
Structural design for a 5,500-sf heavy timber-framed home in a mountain resort community
Challenge
Accommodate heavy snow loads and snow drifts for the structure
Design heavy timber scissor trusses with rustic steel connector plates
Design 30’ tall freestanding outdoor masonry stone chimneys to resist seismic forces
Solution
Design custom “scissor” trusses with low-friction polished stainless steel plates that flex under pressure and meld with a modern and elegant aesthetic
