Timber, in all its forms, provides architects and designers with endless possibilities. Peter Davies looks at the diversity of timber in this piece for MEZZANINE.
Nothing accrues a beautiful patina in the way a timber surface can. While the warmth, durability and availability that has made timber such a popular construction material persist, advances in materials technology have seen some savvy suppliers exploring new ways of using timber in contemporary interiors.
Chosen by award-winning architects for its versatility, stability, strength and visual aesthetics, Big River Armourpanel comprises two outer layers of hardwood veneer with three more layers of solid hardwood, bonded together in a cross-ply manufacturing process to form a strong, solid and stable panel.
The Intergrain Timber Vision Award 2015 entries are now open. Design professionals across the architecture, building and landscaping industries are invited to enter innovative projects demonstrating a creative and visionary use of wood.