Homegrown, handcrafted stools win Wood Award – connecting students with natural heritage

Homegrown, handcrafted stools win Wood Award – connecting students with natural heritage
by Bryony Bodimeade|21 November 24|Design
Made from homegrown ash, this Sylva Foundation and National Trust collaboration of hand-crafted stools connecting education, heritage and sustainable woodland management has won top prize in the Production category. The elegant, limited-edition Ebworth stools have been created using trees felled on the Ebworth Estate due to ash dieback – a disease which could kill...
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‘A powerful storytelling piece’ | Communion table wins Wood Award
by Bryony Bodimeade|21 November 24|Design
Using innovative CNC manufacturing to work black-stained maple into a culturally significant piece of bespoke furniture, the Communion table by Giles Tettey Nartey has taken the top prize in the Bespoke category at the Wood Awards 2024. Designed to celebrate the preparation and serving of the West African staple dish fufu, which is made by...
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Brighton Dome Corn Exchange & Studio Theatre named best timber building
by Bryony Bodimeade|21 November 24|Design
A remarkable retrofit of Brighton’s timber-framed landmark arts centre by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios, the Brighton Dome Corn Exchange & Studio Theatre was named the UK’s best timber building at the 2024 Wood Awards ceremony – winning the Gold Award . Set within historic Regency gardens and adjoining the famous...
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British Woodworking Federation reveals 2024 Awards shortlist
by Jennie Ward|11 October 24|Build, Supply
This year’s shortlist for the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) Awards has been revealed. The Awards celebrate the outstanding skills, talent and achievements of the UK woodworking and joinery manufacturing industry. Helen Hewitt, Chief Executive of the BWF, said: “As the BWF Awards enter their 16th year, I’m pleased to share that...
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TDUK Annual Dinner is now sold out!
by Jennie Ward|02 October 24|Supply
Tickets have now sold out for the TDUK Annual Dinner - a highlight of the industry's social and business calendar! The event on 6 November will begin with a drinks reception where key stakeholders of the industry can network with their colleagues, followed by a dinner. The evening will also...
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Enter the TDUK Awards 2024 | Opening the stage for timber excellence
by Jonathan Gutierrez|19 August 24|Design
Acknowledging excellence once more. Our second TDUK Awards ceremony, which will take place on the night of the Annual Dinner, is ready to receive your nominations for contributors to the timber industry. Outstanding individuals and companies will be recognised on the night of TDUK’s Annual dinner in a landmark celebration...
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The July/August issue of Supplying Timber is online!
by Jennie Ward|30 July 24|Supply
Packed with inspiring examples of stylish and efficient timber buildings, the July/August issue of Supplying Timber magazine is out now. Look no further for all the latest timber supply news, legislative updates, new products and top tips for building with and selling timber. The July/August issue is an essential read...
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TDUK sponsors Timber Trader of the Year at the TTJ Awards
by Jennie Ward|19 May 24|Supply
Who is going to be crowned this year’s Timber Trader of the Year at the TTJ Awards? Voting in this year’s TTJ Awards – the annual search for the best-performing UK timber industry companies – runs until June 19. The Awards – to be held at the Hilton London Bankside...
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Wood Awards ‘advances the broader adoption of timber in architecture’ say past winners
by Bryony Bodimeade|16 May 24|Design
As the deadline for entering the Wood Awards approaches, two previous Buildings award winners explain what the Wood Awards means to them and why they chose to enter. Citing the quality of work, the comprehensive approach to selection and judging, and the enhanced exposure of projects, past winners emphasised the...
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A year of timber design and innovation
by Jennie Ward|22 April 24|Build, Supply
The 2023 Wood Awards showcased stunning timber projects from across the UK. With entries for 2024 now open, we look back at the winners from last year's competition. The winners of the 2023 Wood Awards stand as testament to the thriving creativity and ingenuity within the timber community.  This year,...
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