CREATORS
Edward Linacre
@edwardlinacre
Sibling Pendant
Materials: Eveneer WoodLight veneers: White Oak & Quilted Maple, solid Vic Ash, LED
Sibling Pendant is the fourth realisation of the ongoing collaboration between Elton Group and Edward Linacre Studio. The work aims to highlight the inherent beauty of timber grains through illumination. ELS has been utilising Elton Group’s veneers for 10 years in his lighting designs and artworks, and is pleased to release the first lighting work incorporating Eveneer WoodLight translucent veneer technology.
https://www.edwardlinacre.com.
Drew Abrahamson
@drew__a
Bastet Lamp
Materials: Eveneer Raw veneer: ALPI Pure White Erable, oak, brass, ceramic, steel
The Bastet Lamp is a playful statement piece that effortlessly combines whimsical design with elegant craftsmanship. The unique lamp has three dimmable light sources, crafted from timber, high quality ceramic and completed by brass accents.
https://www.drewabrahamson.
Ross Didier
@rossdidier
A Conversation in Still-life
Materials: Solid timber stained, Eveneer Raw veneer: ALPI Smoky Velvet, MDF
Furniture as personified characters, capturing a journey of conversation over coffee. Each piece in the scene crafted and momentarily captured in timber.
Bolaji Teniola
@bolajiteniola
1. Rudimental Vessel 02
2. Sun-Moon Vessel
3. Whisky Vessel
Materials: (1) Pine, Red Gum, plywood (2) American Walnut, Pine, Red Gum, Plywood (3) American Walnut, Pine, Red Gum, plywood
Made using found objects and rudi- mentary structures as moulds, these intricate forms express a continued exploration of Teniola’s use of timber shavings —a byproduct of woodworking.
https://www.bolajiteniola.com/
Hayley Curnow
@hayley__curnow
Shall I Compare Thee to a Burl Log?
Materials: Solid timber burl log, newspaper, packing paper, cardboard, timber veneer sheets, sisal twine.
This dual composition, combining a sawn burl log and totem of salvaged sheet materials, offers an abstract commentary on material scarcity and abundance, accompanied by curious words.
Shannon McGrath
@shannonmcgrath7
Black–‘Mark 02’ 2. Blue–‘Mark 10’
Materials: Canson Cotton Rag 310gsm AO size
These stacks of saw-mill timber were photographed in situ and without any intervention in their arrangement or colour. McGrath was drawn to how the light naturally hits the objects and remains in an interplay with the darkness and shadows of the grain, the individual and beautiful markings the blade has left on the natural material and the extrusions and hollows of the layering of the wood.
Dustin Fritsche
@softerstudio
Next To Bed Remix
Materials: Eveneer Raw veneer: ALPI Sottsass Grey, Abet Laminati laminate: blue, solid oak: blue acrylic
Next To Bed Remix is a playful yet practical approach to a bedside table. Utilitarian with its storage both open and concealed and durable with its laminate top.
Rochelle Morris
@rosh.hell
tre(e)atise to seed
Materials: Wayut (Woiwurrung) eucalyptus stringybark, mallee (Woiwurrung) eucalyptus cineria, warrigal greens, autumn leaves, lilies, crassula dubia, arum italicum, verbena bonariensis, magnolia seeds, coriander, marigolds, pollen, soil, assorted seeds, water, timber frame, oak floorboards.
An ephemeral and regenerative installation that consists of home grown plants and building materials, which can be returned to the earth for harm reduction purposes.
Tanya Hillman
@eltongroup
The Grainfather
Materials: 5x5mm Eveneer WoodWall pixels in 12 selected tones
A legacy portrait of Michael Elton (1951–2020), in honour of the passionate and visionary man behind the Australian veneer industry. Made of hand cut and individually laid timber veneer pieces. His hand touched many timbers.
INSIGHTFUL DISCUSSIONS ON SUSTAINABILITY
We are grateful to our esteemed panellists for their enlightening discussion on the sustainability of timber and its biophilic benefits.
Tom Bodycomb from Green Magazine shared expertise on sustainable design trends, while Melissa Leung from Fraser and Partners provided valuable insights into integrating timber in modern architecture. Michael Welgus from Studio Welgus sparked imaginations with his visionary exploration of timber’s potential in residential projects, unveiling groundbreaking design possibilities that captivated the audience. Dylan Kane, Managing Director of Elton Group, enriched the conversation with expert insights into timber production, sustainability practices and industry best practices.
The dialogue underscored the critical role of timber as a sustainable resource and its positive impact on our living environments.
We would like to extend our appreciation to our industry partners, media, and guests who attended and contributed with insightful questions, enriching the discussion on timber sustainability and its applications in design and construction.
Fraser and Partners
https://www.fraserandpartners.
Studio Welgus
https://www.studiowelgus.com/
Green Magazine
https://greenmagazine.com.au/
CELEBRATING AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE
We are grateful to everyone who attended and contributed to making this event a memorable success. Your presence and engagement helped to highlight the significance of timber in design and architecture.
As we reflect on this event, we remain committed to celebrating and promoting the sustainability benefits of timber. We look forward to future collaborations and continuing to inspire through the timeless beauty of timber.
Thank you for being a part of our journey.
Image credits (All except slide 1):
Adam O’ Sullivan