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50 Impressive Details Using Wood

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Over the course of history the unique characteristics of wood, which are dependent upon the species of the tree and the location in which it has grown, have enabled humanity to flourish in all parts of the globe. The architectural details of wooden construction therefore show a great diversity of meetings and joints, showing not only a project's constructive and structural logic, but also embodying the value and complexity of each project.

Take a look at these 50 construction details of projects that stand out for their clever use of wood.

House of Would / Elii

House of Would / Elii - Exterior Photography, Houses, Facade
© Miguel de Guzmán
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Pedrezuela, Spain
  • Architects: elii
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  210 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2011

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Nanjing Wanjing Garden Chapel / AZL Architects

Nanjing Wanjing Garden Chapel / AZL Architects - Chapel, Facade, FenceNanjing Wanjing Garden Chapel / AZL Architects - Chapel, Facade, DoorNanjing Wanjing Garden Chapel / AZL Architects - Chapel, FacadeNanjing Wanjing Garden Chapel / AZL Architects - Chapel, FacadeNanjing Wanjing Garden Chapel / AZL Architects - More Images+ 17

  • Architects: AZL Architects
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  200 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2014

Casa da Severa / José Adrião

Casa da Severa / José Adrião - Cultural Center, Facade, HandrailCasa da Severa / José Adrião - Cultural Center, Facade, Stairs, ArchCasa da Severa / José Adrião - Cultural Center, ChairCasa da Severa / José Adrião - Cultural Center, Kitchen, Table, ChairCasa da Severa / José Adrião - More Images+ 12

Forest Retreat / Uhlik architekti

Forest Retreat / Uhlik architekti - Other StructuresForest Retreat / Uhlik architekti - Interior Photography, Other Structures, StairsForest Retreat / Uhlik architekti - Other StructuresForest Retreat / Uhlik architekti - Other StructuresForest Retreat / Uhlik architekti - More Images+ 9

  • Architects: Uhlik architekti
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  16 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2013

House in Balsthal / PASCAL FLAMMER

House in Balsthal / PASCAL FLAMMER - Houses
© Ioana Marinescu

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Balsthal, Switzerland
  • Architects: PASCAL FLAMMER
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2013
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Arwa, Novatop

Local House / Studio Bright

Local House / Studio Bright - Exterior Photography, Extension, Facade, Door
© Peter Bennetts
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Saint Kilda, Australia

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El Carajo House / Obranegra Arquitectos

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El Retiro, Colombia
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  320 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2013
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Argos, El Cedro Rojo, Fiberglass Colombia, Montajes del Acero, Muma

Chacala House / Estudio Macías Peredo + COA Arquitectura

Chacala House / Estudio Macías Peredo + COA Arquitectura - HousesChacala House / Estudio Macías Peredo + COA Arquitectura - Exterior Photography, Houses, Garden, Facade, ForestChacala House / Estudio Macías Peredo + COA Arquitectura - HousesChacala House / Estudio Macías Peredo + COA Arquitectura - Interior Photography, Houses, Beam, ChairChacala House / Estudio Macías Peredo + COA Arquitectura - More Images+ 8

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Chacala, Mexico

Charred Cabin / DRAA

Charred Cabin / DRAA - Interior Photography, Houses, Facade, BeamCharred Cabin / DRAA - Exterior Photography, Houses, FacadeCharred Cabin / DRAA - Exterior Photography, HousesCharred Cabin / DRAA - Exterior Photography, Houses, ForestCharred Cabin / DRAA - More Images+ 16

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Olmué, Chile
  • Architects: DRAA
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  15 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2014

House Charqueadas / RMK Arquitetura

House Charqueadas / RMK Arquitetura - Exterior Photography, Houses, ChairHouse Charqueadas / RMK Arquitetura - Interior Photography, Houses, Beam, Table, Countertop, ChairHouse Charqueadas / RMK Arquitetura - HousesHouse Charqueadas / RMK Arquitetura - Interior Photography, HousesHouse Charqueadas / RMK Arquitetura - More Images+ 25

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Centro, Brazil
  • Architects: Rmk! Arquitetura
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  596 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2018
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Broilo Aquecimento, Construtora Schumann, Esquadrias Peres, Prata Esquadrias

International Accommodation Center For The Oceanological Observatory / Atelier Fernandez & Serres

International Accommodation Center For The Oceanological Observatory / Atelier Fernandez & Serres - Exterior Photography,  Science Center, FacadeInternational Accommodation Center For The Oceanological Observatory / Atelier Fernandez & Serres -  Science CenterInternational Accommodation Center For The Oceanological Observatory / Atelier Fernandez & Serres - Exterior Photography,  Science Center, FacadeInternational Accommodation Center For The Oceanological Observatory / Atelier Fernandez & Serres -  Science CenterInternational Accommodation Center For The Oceanological Observatory / Atelier Fernandez & Serres - More Images+ 28

Administration Extension / CRYSTALZOO

Administration Extension / CRYSTALZOO - ExtensionAdministration Extension / CRYSTALZOO - ExtensionAdministration Extension / CRYSTALZOO - ExtensionAdministration Extension / CRYSTALZOO - Interior Photography, Extension, Kitchen, Chair, TableAdministration Extension / CRYSTALZOO - More Images+ 7

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Alicante, Spain
  • Architects: CRYSTALZOO
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  165 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2013
  • Professionals: PROM 95

Moose Road / Mork-Ulnes Architects

Moose Road / Mork-Ulnes Architects  - Interior Photography, Houses, Kitchen, ChairMoose Road / Mork-Ulnes Architects  - Interior Photography, Houses, Facade, TableMoose Road / Mork-Ulnes Architects  - HousesMoose Road / Mork-Ulnes Architects  - HousesMoose Road / Mork-Ulnes Architects  - More Images+ 19

  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  1140 ft²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2013
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  VELUX Group, Acuity Brands, All Weather Architectural Aluminum, CB2, CB2 Utility Pendant lights, +17

H3 / 314 Architecture Studio

H3 / 314 Architecture Studio - Houses
Courtesy of 314 Architecture Studio

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Haras House / 24.7 Arquitetura Design

Haras House / 24.7 Arquitetura Design - HousesHaras House / 24.7 Arquitetura Design - HousesHaras House / 24.7 Arquitetura Design - Interior Photography, Houses, TableHaras House / 24.7 Arquitetura Design - HousesHaras House / 24.7 Arquitetura Design - More Images+ 50

  • Architects: 24 7 Arquitetura
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  4843 ft²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2018
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Art des caves, Artzzi, Casa Di Irena, Deca, Gabbeh, +13

Sierra Fria House / PPAA + Alfonso de la Concha Rojas

Sierra Fria House  / PPAA + Alfonso de la Concha Rojas - Exterior Photography, Houses, Facade
© Rafael Gamo

Sierra Fria House  / PPAA + Alfonso de la Concha Rojas - HousesSierra Fria House  / PPAA + Alfonso de la Concha Rojas - Interior Photography, Houses, Stairs, HandrailSierra Fria House  / PPAA + Alfonso de la Concha Rojas - Exterior Photography, Houses, FacadeSierra Fria House  / PPAA + Alfonso de la Concha Rojas - HousesSierra Fria House  / PPAA + Alfonso de la Concha Rojas - More Images+ 31

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Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  350 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2018
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Birot, Cemex, Corev, Helvex, Tuboplus, +1

Valparaíso Cultural Park / HLPS

Valparaíso Cultural Park / HLPS - Exterior Photography, Renovation, Facade
© Cristobal Palma
  • Architects: HLPS
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  8711 m²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2011
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Byalvid, Quattro

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