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Industry perspectives from the professional specifier.
Hardwood CLT project sets design benchmarks
“Following a multi-year research period, Virginia Tech students and faculty developed a structurally-viable, high-performance, local-species cross-laminated timber... read moreMass Timber getting the nod from the experts
As interest in CO2 reduction and sustainability gains momentum, it’s not surprising that mass timber in construction is getting the spotlight. In a Forbes article... read moreAmerican Hardwoods–so much more than a Pretty Face
What an eye-opener – the number of “life essential” products that rely on wood fiber! Tragic that it has taken a pandemic to broaden the horizons of the American... read moreA unique approach to furniture making with Red Oak
“In the summer of 2019, ten leaders of London’s cultural institutions collaborated with some of Europe’s most exciting designers to create a ‘legacy’ piece to pass on... read moreNew York design influencers & the ‘inside scoop’
Looking to turn mundane into fresh and contemporary? Take your lead from design consultant Wendy Silverstein, and her New York crew of design influencers. The go-to... read moreThe USDA’s Wood Product and Carbon Connection
The U.S. Forest Service has issued this important message: “The atmosphere is a critical part of what makes Earth livable. Every product we choose has a carbon... read moreThe Color(s) of 2020
Paint manufacturers and color giant Pantone have announced their favorite hues for 2020. As you will see, the recommendations are all over the board - bold and pastel.... read moreIf ever there were a lover of Wood …
It was George Nakashima (1905-1990), American woodworker, architect and furniture maker. Born in Spokane, Washington and formally educated at the University of... read moreA menacing ‘Imitator’ of American Hardwood
American Hardwood as a flooring material has yet another imitator to contend with – Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT). The man-made plastic can definitely be made to imitate the... read moreThermally Modified Hardwood in Spain
Under the auspices of the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), the new Kālida Sant Pau building, a care center for cancer patients in Barcelona, is showcasing the... read more
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