Gallery
Commercial — wood installations
A parabolic hardwood bench under installation on a rooftop garden, its stacked slats forming a sweeping curved silhouette. Parabolic Benches Fairly Dance in a Rooftop Garden
A craftsman wearing a dust mask and safety glasses works a curved bench piece at the 'CRB Shop' workbench, surrounded by lumber stacks and dust-extraction hoses. Parabolic Benches Fairly Dance in a Rooftop Garden
A sculptural wood reception desk anchors the Microsoft lobby, complemented by light-toned wall paneling and a linear slatted wood ceiling. Inspiring the Architecture and Design Community Virtually
A contemporary workplace interior features extensive light-toned wood paneling, an exposed timber ceiling lattice, and an open staircase linking collaborative floors. Inspiring the Architecture and Design Community Virtually
A wood-paneled stairwell anchors an open-plan commercial interior, pairing warm timber walls with industrial metal treads and contemporary furnishings. Inspiring the Architecture and Design Community Virtually
Masked workers operate an edge-gluing press line, assembling hardwood panels during pandemic-era production. A Case Study In How COVID-19 has Affected Wood Products Supply Chains
A masked worker assembles wooden furniture components with a pneumatic nailer during factory operations adapted to COVID-19 safety protocols. A Case Study In How COVID-19 has Affected Wood Products Supply Chains
A restored oceanfront rooftop lounge features expansive tropical hardwood decking, a curved bar, and a painted shuffleboard court overlooking the sea. Restoring and Reimagining an Oceanfront Oasis
The Miramar's oceanfront deck features tropical hardwood decking and a refined interior bar clad in rich hardwood paneling. Restoring and Reimagining an Oceanfront Oasis
Wood shingle roofs crown the pavilions of a Caribbean resort, blending durable tropical hardwoods with open-air architecture above an infinity pool. Alternative Species are Meeting the Moment
A cantilevered upper volume wrapped in warm tropical hardwood rainscreen siding contrasts with a stacked stone base on this contemporary commercial building. Alternative Species are Meeting the Moment
An expansive waterfront hardwood pool deck frames a kidney-shaped pool between the bay and roadway, showcasing decking performance in a coastal environment. Outdoor Beauty Meets High Performance Decking
A waterfront pool deck showcases durable tropical hardwood planks paired with lounge seating and striped umbrellas against the bay. Outdoor Beauty Meets High Performance Decking
Endurance Floors artisans move from hand-drawn shop drawings to router work and final layout while crafting a custom multi-species wood floor medallion. Passionate About the Craft of Wood Flooring
Figured hardwood veneer panels form the sculpted, woven balcony fronts of a concert hall interior, their warm grain illuminated against deep red walls and ceiling. Art, Music and Beauty are key to Pleasure and Peace of Mind
A concert hall showcases sculpted wood acoustic panels and figured hardwood wall paneling surrounding a stage set with a grand piano. Art, Music and Beauty are key to Pleasure and Peace of Mind
Sculpted wood acoustic clouds float above a tiered, wood-paneled concert hall, combining architectural artistry with performance acoustics. Art, Music and Beauty are key to Pleasure and Peace of Mind
A concert hall interior clad in warm tropical hardwood paneling, with tiered purple seating and theatrical lighting creating an acoustically refined performance space. Art, Music and Beauty are key to Pleasure and Peace of Mind
A concert hall's interior showcases extensive wood paneling across walls, balconies, and acoustic stage surfaces, framing a grand piano on center stage. Art, Music and Beauty are key to Pleasure and Peace of Mind
A showroom display features long veneer sheets on a central table, backed by a grid of framed wood species samples and turned wooden vessels above. Company Headquarters Wows and Inspires
A showroom gallery showcases turned burl vessels and carved wooden sculpture against figured maple paneling, highlighting the versatility of hardwoods in interior design. Company Headquarters Wows and Inspires
A sweeping curved staircase with a polished hardwood handrail anchors the stone-walled atrium lobby, dressed with lit garland and a Christmas tree for the holidays. Company Headquarters Wows and Inspires
Towering wood columns soar toward a glass skylight in the atrium of a company headquarters, framed by richly figured wood wall panels. Company Headquarters Wows and Inspires
The headquarters showroom features a dramatic Macassar ebony veneered column alongside workbench displays of hardwood samples and tools. Company Headquarters Wows and Inspires
A craftsman stands beside one of his custom mahogany entry doors with leaded glass panels, outside the workshop where the doors are built. Art in Fine Forms - Exposes the Aesthetic Nature of Joints, Pegs, Hinges and Complex Woodwork
A blacksmith shapes incandescent steel on the anvil, blending form and function in the timber-lined workshop. Forging form, function and beauty into living art
A hardwood rooftop deck installed on adjustable pedestal supports, with a spirit level confirming the boards sit flat across the pedestal heads. Roofs and Patios Come of Age
Ipe hardwood shingles clad the exterior of the DSN Community Center, showcasing the species' rich color variation and tight grain. The DSN Community Center - Innovation for the Greater Good
A woodworker glues up a slatted hardwood panel in a clamping jig during fabrication at the workshop. The DSN Community Center - Innovation for the Greater Good
A covered lounge area at Le Temps des Cerises Beach Hotel in Grand Case showcases a tigerwood deck paired with slatted wood screens and tropical accents. Le Temps des Cerises Beach Hotel Pioneers the Use of Tigerwood in Grand Case
The entrance and boutique storefront at Le Temps des Cerises Beach Hotel in Grand Case, featuring Tigerwood decking underfoot and crisp white painted siding. Le Temps des Cerises Beach Hotel Pioneers the Use of Tigerwood in Grand Case
A guest bathroom at Le Temps des Cerises Beach Hotel in Grand Case features rich Tigerwood flooring that extends onto the oceanfront terrace, pairing tropical hardwood warmth with bright white shiplap walls. Le Temps des Cerises Beach Hotel Pioneers the Use of Tigerwood in Grand Case
A hanging rattan chair suspended above a tigerwood deck at Le Temps des Cerises Beach Hotel, showcasing the warm tones of the tropical hardwood flooring and bench seating. Le Temps des Cerises Beach Hotel Pioneers the Use of Tigerwood in Grand Case
An outdoor lounge area at Le Temps des Cerises Beach Hotel in Grand Case showcases tigerwood decking surrounded by palms and shaded seating. Le Temps des Cerises Beach Hotel Pioneers the Use of Tigerwood in Grand Case
A curved pedestrian path and wood-tread staircase wind through the lush indoor tropical environment of the Montreal Biodome. The Montreal Biodome - Connecting People with the Environment
A curved Ipe hardwood viewing platform integrates with the rocky habitat exhibit at the Montreal Biodome, offering visitors an immersive vantage point. The Montreal Biodome - Connecting People with the Environment
A hardwood-decked staircase threads through natural rock formations and lush plantings at the Montreal Biodome, connecting visitors to the surrounding landscape. The Montreal Biodome - Connecting People with the Environment
A children's pavilion at Patina Maldives features vertical tropical hardwood cladding with playful circular and arched openings, set beside an interactive fountain pool. Patina Maldives, Fari Islands
A courtyard at Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, where timber-clad walls frame an angular aperture open to the tropical sky. Patina Maldives, Fari Islands
Interiors and exteriors at Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, where tropical hardwoods clad the boutique ceiling, shelving, and poolside decking. Patina Maldives, Fari Islands
A slatted hardwood pavilion at Patina Maldives glows at twilight, its vertical timber screen backlit to reveal a central opening. Patina Maldives, Fari Islands
A waterside promenade framed by an orange-toned timber-clad facade and a sloping exterior stair along the harbor edge. Nature's Palette: A Resource for Selecting Wood Species
A performer plays a gold-finished solid-body electric guitar, its mahogany body and rosewood fingerboard highlighted under stage lights. Responsible Sourcing
Craftsmen at PRS Guitars shape and sand solid-wood electric guitar bodies, where responsibly sourced tonewoods are central to the building process. Responsible Sourcing
A performer solos on a white electric guitar featuring a dark tropical-hardwood fingerboard, highlighting the role of responsibly sourced tonewoods in instrument building. Responsible Sourcing
Garapa decking shaped into continuous bench seating runs alongside a narrow reflecting channel, showcasing the species' warm tones in a commercial courtyard installation. Let's Change the Narrative About Garapa
A sandy-shore boardwalk showcases Garapa decking boards, a durable tropical hardwood well-suited to high-traffic coastal walkways. Let's Change the Narrative About Garapa
A commercial building exterior showcases warm-toned Garapa hardwood siding paired with expansive glazing and a stone base. Let's Change the Narrative About Garapa
A commercial storefront showcases Garapa hardwood as horizontal slat screening on an elevated steel-framed tower and surrounding perimeter fence. Let's Change the Narrative About Garapa
A sweeping black spiral staircase threads through the multi-level atrium of Un City, framed by warm timber-clad balcony fronts and walkways. Un City
A hardwood-clad rooftop terrace at Un City steps down toward the harbor, with sunken seating pockets and skylights set into the deck. Un City
A wide timber staircase rises between planted embankments at the UN City complex, connecting the waterfront plaza to an elevated terrace between the building's two cantilevered wings. Un City
Fabrication of oversized mahogany entry doors and louvered components, shown mid-assembly and during spray finishing in the millwork shop. Bahamian Chic
A waterfront bar clad in bright green louvered shutters is wrapped with a tropical hardwood counter, bench, and decking for a Bahamian-inspired look. Bahamian Chic
Freshly finished hardwood bench tops cure on rolling racks in the fabrication shop, their glossy tops reflecting overhead light. Bahamian Chic
A beachfront bar pavilion with hardwood decking and teak seating overlooks the harbor, with a lighthouse visible in the distance. Bahamian Chic
Designers review scale models of bench prototypes staged on live-edge hardwood slabs in the workshop. Every Project is a Play Waiting to Come to Life on the Stage
Uruguayan-grown timber used as vertical slat paneling in an auditorium and a curved cafe bar, showcasing the country's move into high-end architectural millwork. The Uruguayan Wood Industry Has Come of Age
A contemporary pavilion showcases engineered timber construction, with sweeping glulam arches supporting a broad canopy over curved concrete terraces. The Uruguayan Wood Industry Has Come of Age
A reading room lined with slatted timber shelving showcases the warmth and versatility of wood in contemporary interior architecture. The Uruguayan Wood Industry Has Come of Age
A contemporary Uruguayan building showcases sweeping glulam timber arches illuminated against the night sky, highlighting the country's growing engineered wood industry. The Uruguayan Wood Industry Has Come of Age
A sweeping timber-ribbed ceiling defines this grand exhibition hall, where curved laminated wood beams span overhead above marble sculptures on display. The Uruguayan Wood Industry Has Come of Age
An aerial view of a large curved timber pavilion nestled in the Uruguayan countryside, showcasing the scale and ambition of the country's wood construction industry. The Uruguayan Wood Industry Has Come of Age
A contemporary pavilion showcasing expressive glulam timber arches and a sweeping curved roof, illustrating the growing sophistication of Uruguay's engineered wood architecture. The Uruguayan Wood Industry Has Come of Age
Jiayi Cui's award-winning CHRYSALIS installation, displayed at the 2023 Metropolitan Design Challenge, uses stacked curved wood slats to sculpt an arched interior void. College Student Jiayi Cui Rocked the 2023 Metropolitan Design Challenge with Her Award-Winning "CHRYSALIS"
Jiayi Cui's award-winning CHRYSALIS installation at the 2023 Metropolitan Design Challenge features sculpted wooden ribs arching over a central walkway. College Student Jiayi Cui Rocked the 2023 Metropolitan Design Challenge with Her Award-Winning "CHRYSALIS"
Jiayi Cui's award-winning CHRYSALIS installation at the 2023 Metropolitan Hardwoods Design Challenge, built from engineered wood flooring planks and organic mirror shapes. College Student Jiayi Cui Rocked the 2023 Metropolitan Design Challenge with Her Award-Winning "CHRYSALIS"
Participants engage in an interactive session at the IWPA Wood Trade Compliance Training, gathered around tables in front of a wood-plank mural. IWPA's Wood Trade Compliance Training
A contemporary office complex pairs a curved glass tower with a lower block clad in tropical hardwood louvers and shutters, blending vernacular detailing with modern architecture. Vernacular Architecture
A wooden boat takes shape in the shop, its planked hull and shaped gunwales awaiting the next round of fairing and finishing. Thinking about Building a Boat?
Boatbuilders assemble a hull over plywood station molds in a traditional wooden boat shop, surrounded by lumber, clamps, and shaping jigs. Thinking about Building a Boat?
An organic modern office pairs warm wood slat paneling and herringbone flooring with green accents and expansive city views. Organic Modern Style
An indoor equestrian arena finished with African Mahogany paneling and kickboards, pairing durability with warm color for a high-end stable interior. No Horsing Around With African Mahogany
An African Mahogany timber-frame interior showcases rich reddish-brown paneling, exposed trusses, and heavy beams throughout the vaulted space. No Horsing Around With African Mahogany
African Mahogany panels line the horse stalls, pairing rich grain with green steel framing for a durable, refined stable interior. No Horsing Around With African Mahogany
A tropical hardwood walkway and siding wrap a modern pavilion, pairing rich decking boards with vertical slat cladding and stacked stone. Community-Owned Forests
Pedestrians stroll across a durable Ipe boardwalk at a lakeside theme park, where the dense tropical hardwood withstands heavy foot traffic and outdoor exposure. SPOTLIGHT ON: IPÉ
A newly resurfaced oceanfront boardwalk showcases Ipe hardwood decking running alongside beachside benches and residential buildings. SPOTLIGHT ON: IPÉ
A broad hardwood boardwalk fronts a row of souvenir shops and pizzerias, its weathered deck boards laid in alternating herringbone patterns. SPOTLIGHT ON: IPÉ
The renovated David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center features extensive wood paneling on walls and balconies, designed to enhance acoustics like the interior of a musical instrument. Re-Imagining David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center Was Like Designing and Building a New Kind of Instrument
A side balcony view inside the renovated David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center, where curved wood paneling shapes the acoustics around the orchestra on stage. Re-Imagining David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center Was Like Designing and Building a New Kind of Instrument
Craftsmen examine the sculpted hardwood acoustic panels fabricated for the renovated David Geffen Hall auditorium at Lincoln Center. Re-Imagining David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center Was Like Designing and Building a New Kind of Instrument
The Wu Tsai Theater inside the renovated David Geffen Hall features extensive wood paneling and slatted acoustic treatments across its walls and balconies. Re-Imagining David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center Was Like Designing and Building a New Kind of Instrument
The renovated David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center features warm wood paneling wrapping the auditorium walls and balconies, acoustically tuned around the centrally positioned stage. Re-Imagining David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center Was Like Designing and Building a New Kind of Instrument
A contemporary commercial entrance showcases a tropical hardwood open-joint rainscreen system, with vertical fin louvers providing solar shading above full-height glazing. Open Joint Rainscreen Siding: A Fusion of Performance and Design
Horizontal tropical hardwood cladding wraps the interior walls and ceiling of a library corridor, paired with red accent doorways and built-in bookshelves. Open Joint Rainscreen Siding: A Fusion of Performance and Design
Open joint rainscreen siding in tropical hardwood frames the entry to the Edward S. Wolak Library Learning Commons, contrasting weathered and freshly milled boards. Open Joint Rainscreen Siding: A Fusion of Performance and Design
Patrons gather around the piano at The Golden Bee, framed by the pub's elaborately carved hardwood archway and antique back bar. The Golden Bee has a Mysterious and Intriguing Origin Story
The Golden Bee's Victorian-era interior features an elaborately carved hardwood back bar, mirrored arches and pressed tin ceiling, with staff and patrons dressed in period attire. The Golden Bee has a Mysterious and Intriguing Origin Story
The hand-carved mahogany back bar at The Golden Bee features figural caryatids, floral crestings, and original beveled mirrors framing a full pub service. The Golden Bee has a Mysterious and Intriguing Origin Story
A contemporary multi-family building finished with tropical hardwood siding and soffits, showcasing the rich color and durability of exterior wood cladding. Tropical Hardwoods are Cut above the Rest in Outdoor Living
A hillside lodge showcases tropical hardwood structural posts, balcony railings, and vertical siding across its two-story facade. Tropical Hardwoods are Cut above the Rest in Outdoor Living
A rooftop office terrace paved with tropical hardwood deck tiles provides a shaded outdoor workspace framed by birch plantings and city views. Tropical Hardwoods are Cut above the Rest in Outdoor Living
A chevron-patterned Ipe boardwalk fronts the Ovation development, pairing tropical hardwood decking with the building's glass balconies and retail frontage. A Stunning Boardwalk Meant to Impress
An expansive Ipe boardwalk wraps the Ovation development in Newport, Kentucky, its herringbone-laid hardwood glowing in the late afternoon sun. A Stunning Boardwalk Meant to Impress
A broad tropical hardwood boardwalk wraps the ground floor of a mixed-use residential building, its chevron-laid decking leading past ground-level retail and a painted mural. A Stunning Boardwalk Meant to Impress
A sweeping hardwood boardwalk runs alongside a riverfront residential building, framing views of the Cincinnati skyline and Ohio River. A Stunning Boardwalk Meant to Impress