Wood Stories

Information about the industry, people and technology that make it a sustainable design option

Eastern White Pine: The Roots of American Independence

In the annals of American history, the road to independence is often marked by iconic events like the Boston Tea Party and the battles of ...

Welcome to Wood City.

Building with wood instead of concrete isn’t just a design trend—it’s a transformative opportunity for the lumber industry, especially in manufacturing. As the demand for ...

Spa Day – Natural wood, stone, and concrete combine to create a wellness center

The Loiske Wellness Center by Studio Puisto Architects uses wood as a central material to create a calming, nature-connected atmosphere. In keeping with the nearby ...

Wood is a natural choice for net-zero goals.

On-line architecture magazine dezeen has done it again with a great article and more amazing photos of wood in action. The Jean and Ric Edelman ...

Going Dark – Contrast and Historical Continuity

It’s like the Stone’s sang: “I see a red house and I want to paint it black.” Or something like that. In the DOPPELGIEBEL project, ...

Biomimicry leads design on the Oaxaca coast

Casa Káni Íní, designed by TAC Taller Alberto Calleja, is a seaside retreat on Mexico’s Oaxaca coast that employs biomimicry principles and strategic use of ...