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.

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Stadhalle Reutlingen

American cherry shines in the concert halls of Reutlingen's new Stadthalle designed by Max Dudler

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Tree Furniture

Designed by Swedish-Chilean Anton Alvarez, the concept for Tree Furniture is that it should be carved simply from a tree cut down and left on the forest floor where it has been cut.

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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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Floating Chair

Bobby Petersen and Tom Gottelier wanted to create an experience, not just a seat. In an unusual twist, the boat can be controlled by a smart phone working with GPS, and the software will drive the propulsion system allowing you to sit back and relax.

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Solitude

Solitude by Mary Argyrou is inspired by the traditionally crafted church chairs. Staying true to the values of the church, the chair is modest in its expression and its form engages with the longevity and significance of furniture within a church setting.

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Snelson

Weller’s design uses string under tension to hold together the elements, which do not even need to touch. His inspiration came from Kenneth Snelson’s sculptural works built around the principle of tensegrity.

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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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Rimini Convention Centre

Designed by German architects GMP Studio, the newly opened Rimini Convention Centre is one of the largest convention centres in Italy. It is also be one of the most eco-sustainable buildings in the country with spectacular timber flooring made from...

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Astana Concert Hall, Kazakhstan

This building was conceived and designed by Italian architect Manfredi Nicoletti. The Concert Hall was officially opened in December 2009 and American black cherry has been specified in creating a stunning interior.

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Rome Auditorium

One of the most remarkable public buildings in Rome, Renzo Piano’s Rome Auditorium used American cherry to meet specific acoustic requirements and create a warm cocooning environment.

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