Living With Wood

In times when environmental awareness is increasing, wood is an attractive alternative to other mineral based or manufactured materials. The production of wood products uses less energy (usually sourced from finite fossil fuels) compared with other materials and new technologies continuously push the boundaries of traditional woodworking methods. When it comes to construction, wood houses can be prefabricated and built more quickly than their counterparts in brick and concrete. Furthermore, there is no doubt about the comfortable atmosphere that wood lends to a home! Wood is a modern material and in the design world, it is a force to be reckoned with. ILLUSTRATIONS: Colour throughout.