Seasoned Timber Products
June 7, 2019
Tasmanian hardwoods are available in full range of joinery products for internal applications.
Hydrowood
June 6, 2019
Hydrowood is timber reclaimed from the depths of the Pieman River (hydro) Dam on Tasmania's West Coast. The sustainably salvaged specialty timbers include Huon Pine, Sassafras and Myrtle as well as Eucalyptus and Blackwood and are ideal for use by furniture designers, woodworkers, as well as in high-end residential and commercial construction.
Britton Timbers
June 6, 2019
Britton Timbers are trusted to produce quality timber and outstanding customer service. They have been doing it for more than 110 years. Britton Timbers are a preferred source for premium Tasmanian timbers.
Jon Goulder on Tasmanian Timber
April 5, 2019
"There's such a variety in Tasmanian Timbers. In the palette, in the density and in the strength. It has everything to offer. I don't think I'll use too many other timbers in my career. I don't really see the sense."
The Seed House: Fitzpatrick’s timber monument
March 1, 2019
James Fitzpatrick has been designing buildings across Australia and Southeast Asia for the past 30 years. As the founding partner of Fitzpatrick+Partners, one of Australia’s leading architectural design studios, the firm has come to be known for pushing the boundaries on technology and building systems with every new build. When it came time to design his own family home on Sydney’s lower North Shore, Fitzpatrick curated the ultimate mix of materials. The design includes his signature combination of geometry, an engagement with the surrounding environment, and a dedication to sustainable and natural materials. The result is the staggeringly impressive Seed House.
Rockpool: where grandeur and homeliness blend seamlessly
November 27, 2018
Despite the grandeur of this seven-bedroom, three-bathroom (plus powder room) resort-like “shack”, the interior design brief was to create a space that exudes both warmth and comfort where friends and loved ones could walk in and didn’t feel the need to remove their shoes at the door.
The Seed House
October 31, 2018
"Tasmanian Timber. It's a story you can touch. It's a story you can hold, a story you can bring to a building" - James Fitzpatrick, Fitzpatrick+Partners
Salamanca Building: a contemporary workplace that reflects the strong identity of Tasmania
July 25, 2018
With a 5 Green Star rating, Tasmania's new Salamanca Building serves as a benchmark for green-building while showcasing the natural beauty of Tasmanian timbers, and the talent of Tasmanian designer/makers.
Tasmanian Timber Masterclasses Online
July 4, 2018
Two free masterclasses, Working with Tasmanian Timber and Timber for Internal Applications, designed specifically for architects, interior designers, specifiers, builders, and joiners, are now available online.
Masterclass - Working with Tasmanian Timber
July 4, 2018
This seminar is designed for builders, joiners and those working with timber. It covers the species of Tasmanian timber available and their source of supply, major characteristics and product range. It will then discuss essential aspects of timber storage and handling practice for preparing and assembling major architectural and timber-rich components. As timber is a natural material, the wood moisture content (MC) and its management are critical to successful production and installation. Guidance will be provided on this and similar issues, suitable finishes, grade definitions and suppliers.
Masterclass - Tasmanian Timber for Internal Applications
July 4, 2018
This seminar is designed for architects, interior designers and anyone specifying timber. It covers the species of Tasmanian timber available and their source of supply, major characteristics and product range, before discussing essential detailing and specification practice for major architectural applications. As timber is a natural material, its slight movement in response to surrounding environmental conditions calls for clear design approaches. Guidance will be provided on this and similar issues, suitable finishes, grade definitions and suppliers.
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.
