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Case Studies
In recent years we have witnessed significant changes in attitudes to wood and how it is used. The result is a widespread increase in the use of wood in building. The case studies below illustrate examples of how hardwoods have successfully worked to provide both form and function in building design.
We are always keen to identify new and exciting projects using American hardwoods. Please contact us for more information
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Leftovers Chair
Davies’ interest in food and cooking led her to designing a chair that could be described in the form of a recipe. The chair is made up from a variety of hardwoods with a strong affiliation to food.
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EU Veterinary Centre: 10 years on
After 10 years in service the EU Veterinary Office continues to be heralded a monument to American hardwood which were used extensively in the interior and exterior of the building.The hardwoods used are performing extremely well and as expected.
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French Ministry of Finance, Paris
American hard maple gives visual warmth and improves the working environment at the French Ministry of Finance.
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German Bundestag, Berlin
Designed by five architectural practices, the choice of American hard maple and American white oak successfully creates a feeling of light and space throughout this Berlin office block.
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EU Veterinary Office, Ireland
Designed by Ciaran O’Connor, the EU Veterinary Office has been heralded a monument to hardwood with American oak and hard maple used extensively in the interior and exterior of the building.
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Public Library, Montpellier
Designed by architect Laurent Boudrillet, American hard maple has been used for the walls and ceilings of every reading room in the library mainly chosen for its light colour, creating a bright, luminous atmosphere.
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Marine Institute, Ireland
The new head office is uses American white oak extensively for the joinery and American black cherry, black walnut, hard maple and ash all feature in internal doors, panelling and furniture.
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Castellón Auditorium, Spain
Designed by architect Carlos Ferrater the auditorium and conference hall is designed with two outstanding features; light and space. The interior has been characterised by the use of American hard maple.
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Navarra General Archive, Spain
Architect Rafael Moneo restored and renovated this ancient structure in Pamplona, adding a contemporary feel. The rich red tone of American cherry set against the pale maple flooring is both elegant and timeless.
Select a species:
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American alder
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American ash
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American aspen
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American basswood
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American beech
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American yellow birch
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American cherry
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American cottonwood
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American elm
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American gum
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American hackberry
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American hickory & pecan
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American hard maple
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American soft maple
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American red oak
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American white oak
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American sycamore
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American tulipwood
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American walnut
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American willow
