International Wood Products Association (IWPA) and Its CURE INTERNATIONAL (Conservation, Utilization, Reforestation, Education) Program
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Please direct all advertising, circulation, or subscription questions to: IWPA, 4214 King Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22302 USA Wthe guide to OODapplications, sources and trends PH: 703/820-6696 www.iwpawood.org 10 From the Forest – A message from Kenny MacMaster, President of the International Wood Products Association. 12 Breathing New Life Into Old Timber – Malaysian buildings showcase the creative transformation of old timbers in innovative contemporary designs. 18 Purpose Before Profit– Storied guitar maker Martin Guitar becomes first in the industry to achieve Certified B Corp status. 22 The International House of Sydney – The International House of Sydney is the first modern engineered timber building of its size in Australia, built almost entirely of 18 IWPA OFFICERS certified cross laminated timber (CLT) and recycled hardwood. PRESIDENT: BUYERS GUIDE Kenny MacMaster 27 Wood Flooring Designs That Will Brighten Any Space – Wood is a classic Argo Fine Imports IWPA’s Membership flooring material, but classic definitely does not mean frumpy or boring. Today’s wood VICE-PRESIDENT Hugh Reitz Directory highlights the flooring trends are exciting and stylish. leading suppliers to the UCS Forest Group Ipé is Still the King of Decking Hardwoods – More and more homeowners are North American market of 30 TREASURER looking to revitalize and enhance the value of their outdoor living spaces with decks hardwood and softwood Michael Schultz and other outdoor amenities. Floor & Decor lumber, flooring, decking, IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT veneer, plywood and other 34 Silver by Design – It can be particularly eye-catching when you see the natural Caroline McIlvain composite wood products. silver of weathered natural wood decking. So starts the story of the revitalization of a J. Gibson McIlvain Company This one-stop resource well-known historic icon. guide also provides IWPA STAFF 38 Looking Ahead at Wood Moulding Trends – Architectural details can be Cindy Squires, Esq. contact information the perfect finishing touch to a truly outstanding space. Wood details add a level of Executive Director for ports, shipping beauty and warmth like no other material. Joe O’Donnell companies, third-party Director, certifiers and others that 42 Hudson Yards: A Futuristic City within a City – Figured Anegre is the wood Government & Public Affairs are helping to advance species of choice for the dramatic triple height lobby and the observation deck in this Mary Louise Sáenz international trade newly designed iconic building in the heart of Manhattan. Manager of Membership, in wood products. A Toast to the Jack Daniel's Circassian Walnut Slab Project – A stunning Marketing and Operations 56 46 live-edge Circassian walnut conference table is commissioned for a new bottling Andrea Odiorne INTERNATIONAL facility located at the Jack Daniel’s Lynchburg, Tennessee headquarters. Learning and Member OOD Engagement Coordinator the guide to applications, sources and trends INTERNATIONAL WOOD WOOD INTERNATIONAL W 50 Nine Emerging Wood Species – With a widening interest in the next new or PUBLISHER interesting wood, IWPA took a look at some of the wood species that could be the • John Aufderhaar THE GUIDE TO APPLICATIONS, SOURCES AND TRENDS next big thing. Bedford Falls Communications Breathing New Life Into Old Timber [email protected] The International House of Sydney 54 A Reinvention of Baltic Birch Plywood – InstaCoatings produces pre-finished, A Futuristic City within a City UV-coated plywood panels in a range of grades, sizes, dimensions and colors. EDITOR Purpose Before Profit Nine Emerging Wood Species Joe O’Donnell ASSISTANT EDITOR Stephanie Rodrigue BUYERS GUIDE GRAPHIC DESIGN Karen Leno/KML Design, Inc. On the Cover: 22 [email protected] The International House of Sydney was designed by Tzannes architecture CONTRIBUTING WRITERS and built by Lendlease with PEFC- Leah Wheeler certified CLT supplied by Stora Enso. [email protected] Stephanie Rodrigue YOUR Marketing Department [email protected] Malaysian Timber Council www.mtc.com.my INTERNATIONAL WOOD PRODUCTS ASSOCIATION 4214 KING STREET ALEXANDRIA, VA 22302 IWPA/CURE would like to thank the advertisers on page 65 who provided the financial support that made this publication possible. In addition, we thank the following PH: 703-820-6696 organizations for their support and cooperation, insight and energy, in producing and distributing this annual publication: The American Home Furnishings Alliance, FAX: 703-820-8550 Architectural Woodwork Institute, Shop!, Moulding & Millwork Producers Association, National Marine Manufacturers Association, National Wood Flooring Association, www.iwpawood.org North American Wholesale Lumber Association and the Sarawak Timber Association. WE DON’T CONDONE WASTE. NEITHER SHOULD YOU. Efficiency is the name of the game. Pollmeier ripped to width, cut to length, sorted for use German Beech is the most efficient lumber there is. Stained or painted, as cabinetry or furniture, its signature consistency and lack of interlocking grain allow it to machine extremely well. More yield from your lumber equals greater efficiency equals higher profits. So, when you absolutely, positively want to waste less and make more, use Pollmeier German Beech. 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Each edition of International Wood provides insight into the wide range of projects that successfully incorpo- Welcome to the 16th edition of the rate imported species. We have made every effort to identify the International Wood Products species referenced in this edition by its more common name and Association’s (IWPA) flagship scientific names below. Clearly communicate your needs with a U.S. International Wood Magazine & importer, manufacturer or supplier who can best assist you in locat- ing the most appropriate species for your project. Buyers