Theme throughout main floor is high tech. lodge. All timbers used inside and out are finished the same - 3 inches have been removed from the exterior of the wood and then sanded to a satin finish. All timbers are nearly perfect in that there are almost no knots. All connectors are structural grade stainless steel. All bolts throughout the house are stainless steel and oriented the same direction.
All woodwork is flawless.
Much of the woodwork is of various rare species from all over the world - imported especially for the Gates. Some of the interior passage doors weigh over 800 lbs, but are balanced for easy use. Accoustics are a concern throughout. Various woods and fabrics are being used. Accoustic panels in the ballroom move out of sight on their own.