Woodworking Industry News

Japanese architect designs Christmas trees that will be turned into furniture

Japanese architect Kengo Kuma has designed two "Christmas trees" that are being exhibited in the lobbies of two high-end Toyko hotels, the Tokyo EDITION Ginza and the Tokyo EDITION Toranomon.  Made from timber components, the trees will be crafted into furniture to be used at the two hotels. The exhibition will run until December 25 at the Tokyo Edition Ginza and until December 26 at the Tokyo Edition Toranomon.

Wood Machinery & Supplies

Realistic woodgrain press moulds

Sesa says its patented E.I.R. (Embossed in Register) and ONE press mould technology provide finishes with the highest expression of realism. Among the designs and patterns available, Farnia showcases the captivating strength of wood, with pores and grains appearing exactly where they would in the natural product. Farnia is part of the company's Gea Collection of textures that "capture the essence of Mother Earth."