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BEAUTIFUL BREATH OF LIFE: WOOD PRODUCTS THROUGH THE EYES OF TOP CHINESE DESIGNER DU BOJUN
Although this year’s Tokyo Olympics were inevitably postponed, the Olympic venues with the theme of “Tree of Life” have become a unique place in the history of architecture. These masterpieces combine the ultimate craftsmanship of the human spirit in harmony with nature. The environmental aspect of trees and wood also attracts many industry experts to study and appreciate the designs. Du Bojun, the well-known Chinese designer, is one of them. These “Tree of Life” designs also align perfectly with his own personal design philosophy, -
SYMPHONY OF LIFE WITH AMERICAN HARDWOOD
Introduction: His furnishing works are full of humor and wit, expressed in solid wood. Envision a lively scherzo of a symphony: though playful, it is always graceful. -
MADE TOGETHER APART – CONNECTED LAUNCHES AT THE DESIGN MUSEUM
Nine imaginative and original tables and seating designs, created by nine leading international designers and beautifully made in one of Europe’s top craft workshops, will be on show in an installation called Connected, which launches on 11 September at the Design Museum in London. -
SUSTAINABLE AMERICAN HARDWOODS IN DESIGN – SIMILARITIES BETWEEN HUMANS AND TREES
Introduction: The beauty of an individual is unique; the beauty of a group is diversity. -
A LOOK AT THE INTANGIBLE BENEFITS OF DESIGNING WITH WOOD FOR HUMAN HEALTH, MENTAL WELL-BEING AND PLANETARY STEWARDSHIP
“Let’s begin with a look at the tangible and the intangible aspects of wood and biophilia in architectural design. The tangible being what we can touch and what our senses can confirm consciously, but there is so much more going on that is intangible, so much we are experiencing subconsciously and energetically that completely augments who we are and how we feel” -
VERSATILE CHARMS OF SUSTAINABLE AMERICAN HARDWOOD (PRACTICAL DESIGN)
The Handicraft and Wood Industry Association of HCMC (HAWA) and the American Hardwood Export Council recently announced the finalists and winners of the Hoa Mai Furniture Design Competition. -
VERSATILE CHARMS OF SUSTAINABLE AMERICAN HARDWOOD (CREATIVE DESIGN)
“Less is more” was a famous quote from Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, a German architect and designer, he was an advocate of simplicity design. His minimalism design style influences every aspect of people’s lifestyle not only in the past but also nowadays. -
VERSATILE CHARMS OF SUSTAINABLE AMERICAN HARDWOOD (COLORFUL DESIGN)
For furniture, the material is at the soul of its existence The natural wood, the modern metal and the cozy fabric…… -
BRAVE NEW WORLD DESIGN
Designer John Kelly has built his reputation over 30 years designing furniture for brands around the world such as Calvin Klein, Hinoki Kagu and Koda as well as his eponymous range. Here he talks to us about his latest work and the role of bravery in creativity, his love of timber and his American red oak range. -
THE NEST BY DALLAS PIERCE QUINTERO
An outdoor lookout that evokes a bird’s nest, designed by Dallas-Pierce-Quintero for Sir John Sorrell CBE, Chairman of London Design Festival. Randomly layered pieces of red oak in different lengths let the light filter through at various points. The wood has been thermally modified to make it more weather-proof. -
FUGU BY JASPER MORRISON STUDIO
A set comprising a table and two chairs that showcases the distinctive grain of red oak on its large, untreated surfaces, designed by Jasper Morrison Studio for Dr Trsistram Hunt, Director of Victoria & Albert Museum. The seat and backrest are curved to provide comfort and the grains are cleverly matched. -
THE BLUSHING BAR
A deep pink circular bar is set to take centre stage at the Wallpaper* Handmade X: With Loveexhibition, designed by architects Chan + Eayrs and made out of red oak by Sebastian Cox. This experimental piece has been created to answer the brief of X set by the team at the magazine to celebrate 10 years of its showcase in Milan.
AMERICAN HARDWOOD EXPORT COUNCIL
For over 25 years the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) has been at the forefront of international wood promotion, successfully building a distinctive and creative brand for U.S. hardwoods. AHEC’s global programme of activities secures a future for American hardwoods by demonstrating the performance and aesthetic potential of these sustainable materials, while providing valuable creative inspiration and technical advice.
LATEST NEWS & PROJECTS
Making Magic with Traditional Materials; Integrating Environmental Beliefs into Design Trends
The 23rd American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) Southeast Asia and Greater China Convention was held in Xi’an Westin hotel from […]
Living Beauty with Sustainable American Hardwood
The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) 23rd Southeast Asia & Greater China Convention successfully held in Xian June 22, 2018, […]
A U.S. hardwood window to the world
by Mike Jeffree
The U.S. may already be the world’s biggest hardwood supplier, but AHEC sees exciting opportunities for developing its global market […]
Wood first
by David Venables
The environmental argument for using wood is a compelling one – the challenge we are dedicated to, is communicating it. […]
New Opportunities for U.S. Hardwood
by Neil Summers
The recent emergence of commercial thermal modification (TMT) applied to hardwoods has opened up new growth opportunities for other American […]
Bilgoa and Beyond
by Anna Meadows
Adam Goodrum’s range for NAU is reimagined for outdoor living in thermally-modified American red oak. A beautiful climate and the […]
Copperwood House, Indiana
Copperwood broke ground in fall 2015 for a family of four seeking an energy efficient, modest, modern dwelling. The site’s […]
Maggies Oldham
The world’s first building made from hardwood cross laminated tulipwood in Oldham, designed by dRMM Architects for Maggie’s. The building is set […]
LATEST NEWS & PROJECTS
Renowned Singapore Furniture Designer Jarrod Lim: Struggling to Incorporate Nature in Your House? Move Your Living Room into the Garden
Held each year, the International Furniture Fair (IFFS) is an important component of the Singapore Design Week. The fair is […]
Making Magic with Traditional Materials; Integrating Environmental Beliefs into Design Trends
The 23rd American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) Southeast Asia and Greater China Convention was held in Xi’an Westin hotel from […]
Living Beauty with Sustainable American Hardwood
The American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) 23rd Southeast Asia & Greater China Convention successfully held in Xian June 22, 2018, […]
A U.S. hardwood window to the world
by Mike Jeffree
The U.S. may already be the world’s biggest hardwood supplier, but AHEC sees exciting opportunities for developing its global market […]
Wood first
by David Venables
The environmental argument for using wood is a compelling one – the challenge we are dedicated to, is communicating it. […]
New Opportunities for U.S. Hardwood
by Neil Summers
The recent emergence of commercial thermal modification (TMT) applied to hardwoods has opened up new growth opportunities for other American […]
Bilgoa and Beyond
by Anna Meadows
Adam Goodrum’s range for NAU is reimagined for outdoor living in thermally-modified American red oak. A beautiful climate and the […]
Copperwood House, Indiana
Copperwood broke ground in fall 2015 for a family of four seeking an energy efficient, modest, modern dwelling. The site’s […]
Maggies Oldham
The world’s first building made from hardwood cross laminated tulipwood in Oldham, designed by dRMM Architects for Maggie’s. The building is set […]
Renowned Singapore Furniture Designer Jarrod Lim: Struggling to Incorporate Nature in Your House? Move Your Living Room into the Garden
Held each year, the International Furniture Fair (IFFS) is an important component of the Singapore Design Week. The fair is […]