Case Studies
Proven in Practice
Dive into real-world projects that showcase how Endureed solutions perform across our various markets, including zoo, resort, and residential. Each case study highlights design intent, challenges, and outcomes—grounded in experience, not theory.
From a Native American roundhouse to a fantasy-themed hotel in Knoxville, we have ambitious projects located all over the globe.
A fireproofing problem, a Vietnamese bamboo studio, and a roof tied on by hand, in the architect’s own words
At the 13 acre Denny Sanford Elephant Valley, The Pacific Building Group alongside, HGW, Endureed and others come together to build a 19,700 square foot two story hospitality lodge
How a bespoke Bali and Kona blend has weathered Discovery Cove’s daily dose of Florida sun, humidity, and splash since 2018
The 45,000-Square-Foot Roof That Created a Category
Kona Village engineered thatch replaced natural grass roofing at this six-star Hawaiian resort, custom-built to survive hurricanes and salt air.
After a thatch roof fire destroyed their home, a family rebuilt using Endureed Performance Palm engineered thatch and have not worried about fire since.
A Native American roundhouse hadn’t stood on this land in nearly 200 years. Here’s how the Santa Rosa Creek Band worked with the community, architects and Endureed to build one that will last forever.
How architect Jeremy Driskell specified Endureed engineered thatch on a luxury lakefront manor at Lake Keowee, SC, and won HOA approval to do it.
When Nelis’ Dutch Village set out to restore their iconic 70-year-old windmill, authenticity wasn’t optional — it was the whole point. A four-generation Dutch family, with living memory of real imported reed on the same property, needed engineered thatch that could pass their own scrutiny. Endureed Premium Somerset did.
Every great design begins with listening. For architect Dean Violetta, the key to crafting immersive, authentic habitats lies in collaboration. His design philosophy is deeply people- and purpose-driven, ensuring every element serves both the animals and the guests who experience the space.
Natural thatch roof replacement is rarely on a hospitality operator’s radar until the maintenance burden makes it unavoidable. For Oxford Downs — a poker room and tiki bar in Summerville, Florida — the tipping point was daily debris cleanup, recurring material costs, and a guest environment that deserved better. This is how they solved it.
See how Endureed’s hurricane resistant synthetic thatch roof on Sanibel Island withstood Hurricane Charley and Hurricane Ian with zero leaks over 20+ years.
