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    New — Haven Collection

    Inspired by the quiet strength of nature and the comfort of home. Seamlessly flexible for everyday living and ever-changing environments.

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    Latest Project — Maritime Residence

    Set on a bush-clad site cascading to the water’s edge, this serene home is a modern retreat that embraces its coastal outlook while remaining firmly connected to community roots.

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    CodeMark & E3 Compliance

    Specify our CodeMark certified timber flooring to ensure the Building Consent Process is quicker, RFI’s are reduced and the possibility of council delaying consent in the submission stage of your project is eliminated. 

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    Made with Integrity

    At Forté we're always expanding our definition of what timber can be, pushing how it can exceed expectations from both a performance standard as well as how it can connect spaces to their environment.

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    Newly Fit-out — Christchurch Experience Centre

    Our newly revitalised space is a testament to our ongoing commitment to exceptional service and considered design. Experience timber - refined, enduring and thoughtfully brought to life.

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    CARE BEYOND INSTALLATION

    All our products are designed for minimal maintenance, but we'll provide a care guide and talk you through what's needed to keep it performing beautifully. You're backed by our 25-year warranty, and our aftercare service is available for the life of your product. 

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    Retreats

    Forté enhances the retreat experience with a sense of ease and authenticity. Our carefully curated timber tones and textures evoke serenity and calm, helping create spaces that restore, inspire and connect guests with the grounding power of nature. 

    How we add value to your retreat project

    Timber crafted to bring natural warmth, texture, and enduring character to boutique lodges, coastal escapes, and alpine retreats. 

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    Bespoke, Handcrafted Solutions

    Every floor and wall surface is tailored to the project, ensuring a unique, site-specific result.

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    Luxury Meets Performance

    Textured or contemporary finishes balance refined aesthetics with resilience for high-end retreat environments.

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    Durable in All Conditions

    Designed to withstand climates from coastal to alpine, our products offer strength and beauty in equal measure.

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    Guidance from Concept to Completion

    Our team partners with designers to ensure technical compliance and design integrity through every stage.

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    Long-Term Value

    Low-maintenance, long-lasting timber systems deliver enduring return on investment for boutique operators. 

    Featured Collections

    Artiste Grande
    Celebrating the beauty of age and imperfection. Rustic textures and artisanal craftsmanship create an authentic and time worn aesthetic.
    Villa
    Offering a rough-sawn texture for striking effect. Distinctive grain patterns and tactile finish create a rustic foundation for classic interiors.
    Imondi
    Imbued with texture, history and heart. Rustic surfaces hold an authentic story ready to be woven into interiors of character and craftsmanship.
    Muuro
    Balancing natural warmth with refined architectural clarity. Creating a seamless finish for expressive, design-driven spaces that require a clean, minimalistic aesthetic.
    Tactile
    Offering a saw-marked finish and expressive tones. Deep grain and distinct tactility transform spaces into sensory experiences.
    Alor
    Designed for when every element matters. Pairing unparalleled durability with meticulous craft to ensure perfection in even the smallest of details.
    Featured Projects
    Falcon Brae
    Emerging from the Motueka Valley landscape and positioned into the rocky outcrop to cement its ties to its surroundings, sits Falcon Brae Villa by Jerram Tocker Barron Architects in conjunction with Canopy Landscape Architects. Read more