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Found within the cave, the wine library will display historical NINE SUNS vintages, among other special collection wines. The shelving design addressed both functional and aesthetic program requirements, from showcasing a variety of bottles sizes, to integrating lighting, to addressing proper air circulation. The wine library ambiance emphasizes a subterranean experience and the mystical aspects of winemaking through time and space.

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Concept drawing by Signum Architecture

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Rodney Macomber (right), assisted by Paul Trauman, realized the challenging curved walnut shelving design with stunning craftsmanship and care for precision detailing.

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The shelves were unitized to negotiate the cave shape, curving in two directions – or as architects say, in plan and section.

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Shelves were fabricated at Rodney’s shop, then brought to the site for finishing and installation.

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Fine-tuning joint alignment of the curved units.

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Stay tuned – feature lighting for this space, currently in fabrication, will complement the craftsmanship and special wines to be stored here.