Ideas4Wood International Contest
A leading international competition dedicated to wood surfaces, sustainability, and material experimentation.
IDEAS4WOOD INTERNATIONAL CONTEST: WOOD SURFACES, TEXTURES AND MATERIAL INNOVATION
Promoted by TABU in collaboration with FederlegnoArredo, the contest invites designers to explore new possibilities for wood veneers, textures, and surface technologies.
Projects are evaluated for creativity, industrial scalability, and material innovation.
BOREA by Aileen Bautista & Wanda De La Rosa
Winner of First Prize in the University Student category, “Borea” explores perception and movement through a three-dimensional wood surface.
The project creates changing visual effects depending on the observer’s point of view, transforming wood veneer into an interactive spatial experience.
WIDMAN by Artis Kristians Abikis
Awarded Third Prize, “Widman” focuses on geometric precision and contemporary surface styling.
The project demonstrates a refined understanding of industrial wood technologies while maintaining a clean and elegant visual language.
RAW ROOTS by Lillian Sims & Laura Marek
Winner of Third Prize in 2023, “Raw Roots” explores sustainable structures and low-impact materials through a flexible contemporary furniture concept.
The project combines environmental responsibility with a tactile and organic aesthetic.
ELEA by Ana Luisa Brugnara & Lucia Moraes
Recipient of both a Special Mention and the FSC® President’s Award, “ELEA” combines sustainable research with refined surface design.
The project reflects on how contemporary materials and ecological awareness can coexist within sophisticated furniture solutions.
