Real Wood. Authentic Spaces.
View all blog postsFrom statement pieces to architectural elements, urban wood continues to evolve in how it’s used across commercial spaces. In this roundup, we’re highlighting our latest projects and the emerging design trends that show just how versatile — and relevant — locally-sourced wood can be.
WOOD IN MATERIAL HARMONY
This rich walnut top, detailed with a triple bullnose edge, softens the sleek Laminart drum bases, bringing balance to the design - organic meets refined, warmth meets structure.
Dimensions: 220"L x 36"W x 42"H
Details: Pill-shaped walnut top with triple bullnose edge detail + qty 3 Laminart brushed bronze drum bases
Design: Partners by Design
WOOD THAT TELLS A STORY:
"Means of Calculating"
Features walnut hardwood turned and CNC'd pieces
Close to 300 wood pieces were used for this installation
Fabrication
Install day
Urban wood has a story of its own but it can also tell a brand's story in many different ways. This feature wall was created for a financial services firm and is an expression of calculating currency via an abacus, an ancient, hand-operated calculating tool. The installation consists of close to 300 walnut hardwood forms strung together with an inner rod, giving them the ability to rotate.
Dimensions: 157"L x 80"H
Details: Walnut hardwood slats + framing + 275+ walnut hardwood CNC'd and turned pieces + inner rod
Design: Charlie Greene Studio
A MODERN CLASSIC MADE CUSTOM.
Veneer library table with brass in-lay + tapered veneer legs with brass accents + lamp integration (design by Interior Architects)
Brass in-lay detail
Designed and built for a distinguished law firm, these custom library tables reimagine tradition through a modern lens. Crafted from rich walnut hardwood, it features a refined bronze inlay and custom-designed legs accented with subtle brass detailing. The result is a piece that honors the timeless presence of wood while embracing elevated, modern touches.
Dimensions: 156"L x 36"W x 29"H
Details: 3" thick stacked walnut top with detailed edge and bronze in-lay + custom-designed wood post legs with brass detail + power units + lamps
Design: Interior Architects
REFINED URBAN WOOD:
THE RESURGENCE OF LIVE EDGE
Installed
Slab selection day
BTS: Glue up and fabrication
Ready for finishing
Live edge is having a moment again — but in a more refined, intentional way. No longer purely rustic, today’s live edge celebrates the organic character of the wood while pairing it with clean lines, and tailored details like this unique wood base. It’s organic without being rough — a natural element that adds warmth and interest while still fitting seamlessly into modern spaces.
Dimensions: 168"L x 48"W x 30"H
Details: Urban walnut book-match slab tabletop + custom-designed walnut hardwood base
Design: Gensler
