Blackwood | Tasmanian Timber

Designer Spotlight: Furniture Designer and Master Craftsman Will Marx

June 1, 2018

For award-wining Australian furniture designer and master craftsman, Will Marx, there is no greater joy than a day spent in his workshop, building a piece of furniture with his bare hands. When you admire his creations, each of them honouring the tree from which it’s crafted in a true labour of love, it’s not hard to see why Will’s work has earned him the esteemed title of Master Craftsman.

Redefining Outside In: The Valley House in Tasmania

June 1, 2018

Resting high on a hillside on Launceston’s rural fringe at St Leonard's, Valley House is far from a stereotypical Australian bush dwelling. Its mix of cement sheet, steel cladding and local timbers immediately signals a fresh point of view that is a true celebration of place. Tasmanian architect Philip M Dingemanse redefines the clichéd notion of “outside-in” through his clever design and respect for the natural surrounds. Inspired by the landscape, the award-winning house is bent around the contour of a valley as if to welcome it in. The use of locally sourced Tasmanian timber throughout the home conveys a tactile and natural warmth, where visitors seamlessly transition from inside to outside.

Freycinet Lodge Coastal Pavilions

May 21, 2018

"We love using Tasmanian Timber. By using Tasmanian Oak we know that we are getting good quality timber." - Michael Lane, Cordwell Lane

Circa Morris-Nunn Architects

May 21, 2018

"We belong to a place and utilise the products of that place" - Robert Morris-Nunn, Circa Morris-Nunn Architects

Humanising Building: North Lakes Medical Centre, Brisbane

May 16, 2018

The newly completed North Lakes Medical Centre in Brisbane is a visually impressive landmark perched atop Mango Hill overlooking Anzac Avenue. Its mix of glass and aluminium accents combined with its rendered exterior gives the façade a contemporary, but hard aesthetic. Yet upon entering the building, you are immediately invited into a very human space, touched by the warmth of natural timbers.

Designer spotlight: Sydney's up and coming designer maker Ben Percy

May 15, 2018

There are two things immediately striking about Ben Percy. Firstly, he’s young - not only in years (he’s only just departed his 20s), but also in his youthful enthusiasm that is infectious.

Landscape Restaurant & Grill – an interior steeped in history

October 24, 2017

Landscape Restaurant & Grill was inspired by the island of Tasmania. Every element of the design has been carefully selected and embraces the history of the place. The timber selected for the tables and chairs has an incredible history of its own. It is literally steeped in history.

Hydrowood: a vast resource reclaimed

October 10, 2017

Consumers are taking an increasing interest in the provenance of products. As such, the brand story has become an essential and valuable component of the marketing mix.

Blackwood: A timber that was perfect

October 10, 2017

St Francis Xavier Cathedral in Adelaide, the obvious choice was Tasmanian Blackwood.

Blackwood Has 'Wow' Factor at RACV Healesville

October 10, 2017

RACV's superb Healesville Country Club has drawn praise from around the country and its stunning design and use of natural materials have been a key factor.