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		<title>2011 WOOD AWARDS SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Wood Awards judges selected an exceptional shortlist from a record 348 category entries on Tuesday, 14th June at the Carpenter’s Hall, London. The 30 strong shortlist features unique private houses and stunning small projects, outstanding restorations, splendid public buildings and bespoke furniture ranging from the traditional to the cutting edge, all of which are [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Wood Awards judges selected an exceptional shortlist from a record 348 category entries on Tuesday, 14th June at the Carpenter’s Hall, London. The 30 strong shortlist features unique private houses and stunning small projects, outstanding restorations, splendid public buildings and bespoke furniture ranging from the traditional to the cutting edge, all of which are strong candidates for The Wood Awards’ main categories: Commercial and Public Access, Private &amp; Best Small Project, Structural, Conservation/Restoration and Furniture, and the coveted Gold Award.</p>
<p>Michael Morrison of Purcell Miller Tritton Architects and Chairman of the Judges said, <em>“The shortlisting has been an exciting and complex process this year. The sheer number of projects entered is fantastic, but what really enthused us this year was that this quantity came with excellent quality. The Wood Awards shortlist really is a short list, and there was a lot of heated argument on the way to agreeing our chosen 30 projects. The number of high quality entries we see increases each year but the 2011 Wood Awards competition has seen a significant step-up in not only the number of entries, but also with an impressive standard across the board.”</em></p>
<p>Over the last nine years, the Wood Awards has established itself as Britain’s premier architecture and furniture competition celebrating excellence in design and craftsmanship using wood. The continuing aim of The Wood Awards is to recognise, encourage and promote outstanding design, craftsmanship and installation in wood; an aim which, with increasing demands and requirements for sustainability and environmental responsibility, is more important than ever. David Venables, European Director of the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) and a long term sponsor of the Wood Awards said: <em>“The Wood Awards plays a crucial role in promoting the quality of British design in the world’s most sustainable building material and AHEC remains committed to supporting the Wood Awards and its crucial role in raising the awareness of timber. The Wood Awards has a unique ability to showcase the multiple benefits of using wood across a wide range of applications, and this year the entrants have really responded to the energy and dynamism of the Awards. 2011 has to be our best year yet!”</em></p>
<p>The Wood Awards is supported by a number of leading wood promotion, marketing and education organisations, including the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), the Worshipful Company of Carpenters, the Forestry Commission, TRADA, Wood For Good, American Softwoods, the British Woodworking Federation, the Malaysian Timber Council, Canada Wood, Ontario Wood and the Québec Wood Export Bureau.</p>
<p>The judges will visit the shortlist over the Summer, and the winners will be announced at Timber Expo, a dynamic new event designed held at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on the 27th and 28th September 2011, which will offer the widest and most comprehensive display of applications for timber within the built environment, and provide a timber showcase for construction and sustainable building design.</p>
<p>The Wood Awards 2011 Shortlist is <a href="http://www.woodawards.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/wood-awards-2011-shortlist-summary-chart.pdf">attached</a>. To view the <a href="/shortlist-2011/">2011 Shortlist</a> and the Wood Awards, visit <a href="http://www.woodawards.com">www.woodawards.com</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Notes to Editors:</strong><br />
High resolution photography of the Wood Awards 2011 shortlist is available.<br />
The Wood Awards entries and shortlist are also available for editorial architectural and  furniture case studies and features.</p>
<p>Email <a href="mailto:lucy@charactercomms.com">lucy@charactercomms.com</a> with your requirements and for details.</p>
<p><strong>The Wood Awards 2011</strong><br />
The Wood Awards is the premier award for wood in buildings and furniture. The winners’ ceremony will be held on 27th September at Timber Expo in Coventry. Sponsors of The Wood Awards 2011 include the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), the Worshipful Company of Carpenters, the Forestry Commission, TRADA, Wood For Good, American Softwoods, the British Woodworking Federation, the Malaysian Timber Council, Canada Wood, Ontario Wood and the Québec Wood Export Bureau.</p>
<p>Full details of all sponsors and information on The Wood Awards can be found at<br />
www.woodawards.com. Find ‘Wood Awards’ on Twitter @woodawards, Facebook, and LinkedIn.</p>
<p><strong>For press information, contact: </strong></p>
<p>Lucy Kamall<br />
PR Director<br />
Character Communications Ltd.<br />
<strong>Tel:</strong> 01376 537087<br />
<strong>Email:</strong> <a href="mailto:lucy@charactercomms.com">lucy@charactercomms.com</a></p>
<p>To download a .pdf of this press release, please <a href="http://www.woodawards.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/press-release-wood-awards-2011-shortlist-announced-final.pdf">click here</a>.</p>
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		<title>WOOD AWARDS EXTENDS ENTRY DEADLINE TO 3rd JUNE 2011</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 May 2011 11:27:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With increasing interest and in response to popular request, the Wood Awards has announced that the deadline for architecture and furniture entries has been extended by one week to 3rd June. As the UK’s premier architecture and furniture competition celebrating excellence in design in the world’s most sustainable building material, 2011 is already set to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With increasing interest and in response to popular request, the Wood Awards has announced that the deadline for architecture and furniture entries has been extended by one week to 3rd June. As the UK’s premier architecture and furniture competition celebrating excellence in design in the world’s most sustainable building material, 2011 is already set to be an exciting year for the Wood Awards, and the extension gives potential entrants an extra opportunity to submit their projects.</p>
<p>This year there is no fee to enter, and the entry categories are designed to attract every type and size of project in construction, joinery and furniture. The categories are Commercial &amp; Public Access, Private/Best Small Project, Structural, Conservation/Restoration, and Furniture, with the prestigious Gold Award going to the ‘winner of winners’. The judges may also, at their discretion, give special awards for Outstanding Design, Outstanding Craftsmanship, and Innovation. With permission from the owner, anyone associated with a qualifying building or furniture project - from timber supplier to designer - can enter projects completed between spring 2010 and May 2011.</p>
<p>The Wood Awards is supported by leading organisations involved in wood marketing and education in the UK including the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), the Worshipful Company of Carpenters, the Forestry Commission, TRADA, Wood For Good, American Softwoods, the British Woodworking Federation, the Malaysian Timber Council, Canada Wood, Ontario Wood and the Québec Wood Export Bureau.</p>
<p>Entries should be made via the website www.woodawards.com where the easy entry form can be completed online, and where more information on the categories and how to enter can be found. The shortlist will be announced in June, and the winners will be announced in September at Timber Expo, Ricoh Arena, Coventry.</p>
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		<title>WOOD AWARDS LAUNCHES 2011 COMPETITION WITH BUILDING CENTRE WOOD AWARDS TALK</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2011 20:40:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Wood Awards, the UK’s premier architecture and furniture competition celebrating excellence in design and craftsmanship using wood, is working with the Building Centre to launch the awards for 2011. “The Wood Awards”, a key event in the Building Centre’s ‘Wood Talk’ series and chaired by Hugh Pearman, will be held at the Building Centre [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Wood Awards, the UK’s premier architecture and furniture competition celebrating excellence in design and craftsmanship using wood, is working with the Building Centre to launch the awards for 2011. “The Wood Awards”, a key event in the Building Centre’s ‘Wood Talk’ series and chaired by Hugh Pearman, will be held at the Building Centre in London at 6pm on Thursday, 24th March 2011.</p>
<p>Featuring presentations on previous Gold Award winners the Savill Building, and the Gridshell at the Weald and Downland Museum, the Wood Awards aims to again inform and inspire. Michael Morrison, partner at Purcell Miller Tritton and chairman of the Wood Awards judges said, “The Wood Awards sees an extraordinary range of projects of the highest calibre, but its role is wider than simply offering recognition of the excellence of wood in architecture. This ‘Wood Awards Wood Talk’ with the Building Centre will enthuse and enlighten and, we hope, encourage more architects and designers to consider using wood - nature’s only truly sustainable building material”.</p>
<p>“The Wood Awards” seminar, sponsored by the Worshipful Company of Carpenters and construction and development company Rooff Ltd., will be chaired by Hugh Pearman, architecture critic for the Sunday Times and editor of RIBA Journal, and will include insights from Edward Cullinan Architects, Glenn Howells Architects, the Green Oak Carpentry Company and Professor Richard Harris of University of Bath and former technical director at Buro Happold. The two project teams will compare and contrast these iconic buildings in what promises to be a lively and informative discussion.<br />
Architects, designers, contractors, joinery companies and building owners are once again invited by the Wood Awards to enter the 2011. Entries can be submitted from 1st March and close on 27th May. Information on how to enter, project critera and categories can be found on <a href="http://www.woodawards.com/">www.woodawards.com</a>, as can the simplified and inclusive entry process.</p>
<p>Visit <a href="http://www.buildingcentre.co.uk/events">www.buildingcentre.co.uk/events</a> for more details on the “The Wood Awards” Wood Talk and to register – the seminar is free but numbers are limited.</p>
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		<title>WOOD AWARDS CROWNS KINGS PLACE AS 2009 GOLD AWARD WINNER</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:23:01 +0000</pubDate>
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Last night [14 October] The Wood Awards were presented at The Carpenters&#8217; Hall in London in front of over 200 leading lights in the industry.  Britain&#8217;s premier architecture and furniture competition recognises innovative design in wood and this year the judges were more impressed than ever with the high standard of entries. The coveted Gold [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>Last night [14 October] The Wood Awards were presented at The Carpenters&#8217; Hall in London in front of over 200 leading lights in the industry.  Britain&#8217;s premier architecture and furniture competition recognises innovative design in wood and this year the judges were more impressed than ever with the high standard of entries. The coveted Gold Award went to London&#8217;s Kings Place Concert Hall which also picked up the Commercial and Public Access Award.</strong><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>     Normal   0         false   false   false                             MicrosoftInternetExplorer4   </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>     </xml><![endif]--><!--[if !mso]><object  classid="clsid:38481807-CA0E-42D2-BF39-B33AF135CC4D" id=ieooui></object></p>
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<p>Holding 420 people, Kings Place Concert Hall possesses state of the art acoustics and boasts an elegant interior. The concert hall amplifies the sense of intimacy, yet it is large enough to accommodate a small orchestra which has seen the Hall regularly being used for live radio broadcasts. The design, a collaboration between architect Dixon Jones Ltd and Arup Acoustics, ticked all the right boxes for the independent judging panel who commented that this is a &#8220;truly outstanding project which is a tour de force of precision joinery, balancing acoustic performance with the pure rational geometry sought out by the architect&#8221;.</p>
<p>Structural Engineers Price and Myers walked away with the Structural Award for Deal Pier Café and Bar. Commissioned by Dover District Council, the brief was to replace the existing cafe which had suffered substantial corrosion as a result of its seaside location.</p>
<p>Challenged with the task of trying to find a material suited to the harsh conditions, Iroko was selected as the primary material due to its highly durable nature. Apart from the technicalities of the project, the look of the Pier Café also proved a hit with the judges. They commented: &#8220;Perched on the end of the pier, the rhythmic, repetitive design of this structure creates in itself a complete stunning building with razor sharp detailing&#8221;.</p>
<p>The Private category was won by a refurbished Victorian House in West Dulwich. Having been poorly converted in the 1960s, Carson   Road was gutted before construction could commence leaving Knox Bhavan Architects with a blank canvas. This allowed them to create &#8220;a beautifully detailed suburban family home using a variety of timbers and contractors&#8221;.</p>
<p>The winner of the Conservation/Restoration category this year was The Merchant&#8217;s House, described by the judges as &#8220;a labour of love undertaken to rescue a house and restore it to its former glory&#8221;. Renovated with passion, its owner developed a true architectural relationship with the building and demonstrated both determination and patience. For these reasons The Merchant&#8217;s House was widely praised and admired for the &#8220;quality and attention to detail achieved throughout&#8221;.</p>
<p>The overall winner in the Furniture category was Gloster Furniture Limited&#8217;s Elan Outdoor Furniture, which also triumphed in the Exterior Furniture sub category. The beautiful outdoor chairs and tables were especially praised for their &#8220;intriguing designs and exceptional quality of construction.&#8221;</p>
<p>Other Winners on the night were Oak Bridge by McMorran &amp; Gatehouse Architects for the Best Use of British Timber, Hoddinott Hall by Capita Architecture for Best Use of Panel Products, Falmouth School in Cornwall for Offsite Construction and West Mayfield by Oliver Chapman Architects Ltd for Best Small Project.</p>
<p>The Wood Awards is supported by various generic sponsors, led by the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), the Carpenters&#8217; Company and the Forestry Commission.</p>
<p>With the introduction of the new furniture sub categories and the already established popularity of the Awards in the architectural world, interest is already gathering for next years Awards with the entry period opening in March 2010. For further information, visit <a href="http://www.woodawards.com//">www.woodawards.com</a>.</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:19:10 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><strong>Last night [14 October] The Wood Awards were presented at The Carpenters&#8217; Hall in London in front of over 200 key figures in the timber industry.  This year the UK&#8217;s premier furniture and architecture competition which recognises innovation and design in wood, awarded Gloster Furniture Limited&#8217;s Elan Outdoor Furniture first prize.  Tom Kealy&#8217;s Grace-Longcase Clock was Highly Commended by the judges who were impressed by the exceptional craftsmanship and detailing of the bespoke piece.</strong></p>
<p>This year saw the expansion of the Awards&#8217; Furniture category with the introduction of four sub categories allowing greater recognition of craftsmanship and design in wood in a variety of furniture types, from single-piece bespoke furniture, to small batch and mass produced pieces for the commercial market.<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>     Normal   0         false   false   false                             MicrosoftInternetExplorer4   </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>     </xml><![endif]-->Elan Outdoor Furniture also triumphed in the new Exterior Furniture sub category fighting off stiff competition from Philip Koomen&#8217;s experimental Wave &amp; Splash Bench. The beautiful outdoor chairs and tables, made from plantation grown Indonesian teak, were especially praised for their &#8220;intriguing designs and exceptional quality of construction&#8221;</p>
<p>The Single Piece Domestic Furniture award was given to the Mirror Frame described by the judges as &#8220;an example of the very best in craftsmanship&#8221;. The piece was also said to display &#8220;an incredibly high level of skill and a passion for woodworking&#8221;. Designer and Maker Georgy Mkrtichian said he &#8220;chose to create a flowing pattern reminiscent of flames to reflect the warmth of the colour of the wood&#8221;.</p>
<p>The prize for a Single Piece for a Public Space was awarded to Seating at Graves Gallery by Christian O&#8217;Reilly. Dubbed &#8220;a real achievement in furniture design&#8221; the three freestanding oak seats were particularly praised by the judges for answering the client&#8217;s demanding brief whilst perfectly fitting into their surroundings.</p>
<p>Production furniture, the final sub category award, went to the wonderfully crafted L&#8217;Arche Cabinet, part of the Litton Collection. The piece, which used lace-wood veneers and stood out for its memorable vanishing geometric effect, was a very popular choice with the judges for aesthetic reasons alone, but was also said to have &#8220;commendable attention to detail, both on the inside and out&#8221;.</p>
<p>The Wood Awards is supported by various generic sponsors, led by the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC), the Carpenters&#8217; Company and the Forestry Commission.</p>
<p>With the introduction of the new furniture subcategories and the already established popularity of the Awards in the architectural world, interest is already gathering for next years Awards with the entry period opening in March 2010. For further information, visit <a href="http://www.woodawards.com//">www.woodawards.com</a>.</p>
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		<title>2009 WOOD AWARDS SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Wood Awards judges selected an impressive shortlist from nearly 200 entries on Monday, 1 June at Carpenter&#8217;s Hall, London.
For the first time the 34 strong shortlist is being announced immediately after the shortlisting day when the panel of  independent expert judges chaired by Giles Downes, of Sidell Gibson Architects reviewed all the entries in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Wood Awards judges selected an impressive shortlist from nearly 200 entries on Monday, 1 June at Carpenter&#8217;s Hall, London.</strong></p>
<p>For the first time the 34 strong shortlist is being announced immediately after the shortlisting day when the panel of  independent expert judges chaired by Giles Downes, of Sidell Gibson Architects reviewed all the entries in the first phase of judging.</p>
<p>Featuring stunning private houses, skilful restorations, superb public buildings and bespoke furniture, the shortlist boasts an impressive array of contenders for The Wood Awards&#8217; main categories: Commercial and Public Access, Private, Structural, Conservation/Restoration and Furniture. The entries going through to the next stage come from a wide range of sources, from leading national architectural and design practices to smaller bespoke joinery and furniture making companies.</p>
<p>Giles Downes, of Sidell Gibson Architects and Chairman of the judges says: &#8220;The Wood Awards is a fantastic initiative, with entrants and industry experts coming together to recognise and celebrate the use of wood in architecture and furniture design. Each year, the quality and diversity of the entries is very impressive and I am delighted that we have considerably exceeded the number of entries last year.  Amongst 2009&#8217;s submissions there has been a very wide range of entries in the Commercial and Public Access category, as well as a fine range of private houses. It is encouraging to see that good design is alive and well, despite the current difficult financial climate. The Wood Awards plays a vital role in the promotion of the world&#8217;s most sustainable building material and the event&#8217;s ability to highlight the particular advantages of using wood, across a wide range of applications, is increasingly relevant.&#8221;</p>
<p>The Wood Awards is sponsored by a number of organisations, led by the American Hardwood Export Council, Forestry Commission and Carpenters&#8217; Company and is now in its seventh year as the UK&#8217;s premier award scheme celebrating excellence in wood in buildings and furniture made in Britain.</p>
<p>Winners will be announced at the Carpenter&#8217;s Hall on 14 October 2009.</p>
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<p><strong>Notes to Editors:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Photography and images</strong></p>
<p>High resolution digital images are available from Lauren Wyper by calling 020 7738 1900 or emailing <a href="mailto:lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk">lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk</a>.</p>
<p><strong>The Wood Awards 2009</strong></p>
<p>The Wood Awards is the premier award for wood in buildings and furniture.</p>
<p>The new furniture sub-categories, introduced in 2009, are as follows:</p>
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<li>Single-piece domestic furniture</li>
<li>Single-piece for a publicly accessible space</li>
<li>Exterior furniture</li>
<li>Production furniture (both small batch and mass produced)</li>
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<p>Sponsors of The Wood Awards 2009 include the American Hardwood Export Council, Carpenters&#8217; Company, ConFor, English Heritage, Forestry Commission, Furniture Makers&#8217; Company, Institute of Carpenters, Malaysian Timber Council, TRADA, Rooff Ltd and Daniel Watney Chartered Surveyors.</p>
<p>Full details of all sponsors and information on The Wood Awards can be found at <a href="http://www.woodawards.com/">http://www.woodawards.com/</a>.</p>
<p><strong>For further press information and full details of each project, please contact:</strong></p>
<p>Lauren Wyper at The Good Agency on 020 7738 1900 or by emailing <a href="mailto:lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk">lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk</a>.</p>
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		<title>THE WOOD AWARDS 2009&#8230;CALLING ALL THOSE WORKING WITH WOOD!</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Organisers of The Wood Awards are inviting architects, furniture designers and anyone involved with a building project using wood to enter what has become the premier awards scheme for the use of the world&#8217;s only naturally sustainable material. Entries open on Monday 2 March, and at a time when sustainability and a desire to be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Organisers of The Wood Awards are inviting architects, furniture designers and anyone involved with a building project using wood to enter what has become the premier awards scheme for the use of the world&#8217;s only naturally sustainable material. Entries open on Monday 2 March, and at a time when sustainability and a desire to be green are at the top of political and architectural agendas, it is hoped that 2009 will be a record year.Launched in 2003, The Wood Awards have made their mark on the architectural and design world, becoming a ‘mark of excellence&#8217; in wood, with past Gold Winners including leading names such as Simon Conder (for Pinion&#8217;s Barn), Glen Howells for the dramatic Savill Gardens Visitor Centre and Feilden Clegg Bradley (for the timber-framed Formby Pool in Lancashire). In 2008 the coveted Gold Award was won by the Building Design Partnership (BDP) for the New Shetland Museum &amp; Archives in Lerwick, described by judges as &#8220;an excellent building, which fits in very well with its surroundings and which was a real joy to visit&#8221;. </p>
<p>Broad entry categories are designed to attract every type and size of project in construction, joinery and furniture. With permission from the owner, anyone associated with an eligible building or furniture project - from timber supplier to designer - can enter the project before the closing date of 22 May 2009.</p>
<p>The focus for 2009 will be the expansion and development of the Furniture category, which is seen as an important category for the future of The Wood Awards. This year saw some exceptional entries, with The Sleeping Dragon, an outdoor piece designed by Alun Heslop of chaircreative, taking the prize. This category has an impressive past, having launched the careers of furniture designers and makers including Jason Heap, whose Infinity +1 was Highly Commended by the judges in 2007, and Katie Walker whose Ribbon Chair clinched the top prize in 2006.</p>
<p>Chairman of the judges, Giles Downes of Sidell Gibson Architects comments, &#8220;The standard of entries we receive for The Wood Awards is always incredibly high, and 2008 was no exception. With projects as far afield as the Shetland Islands and Cornwall, the judging process was lengthy but inspirational. The use of wood in building and furniture design has come on leaps and bounds, and I am delighted to be involved in an awards scheme which celebrates this. I just hope that in 2009 we are able to exceed the quantity and quality of entries we received last year - a difficult challenge, but one I am confident will be met with the support of the industry.&#8221;</p>
<p>The list of Wood Awards sponsors includes many of the leading organisations involved in wood marketing and education in the UK, including the Forestry Commission, the Carpenters&#8217; Company and the American Hardwood Export Council(AHEC).                                                                                      </p>
<p>The categories for entry are Commercial &amp; Public Access, Private, Structural, Conservation/Restoration and Furniture. Additional awards may also be made at the discretion of the judges for a Small Project, a project demonstrating Innovation, or the Best Use of British Timber - all of which are irrespective of category - as well as an Offsite Construction award and a new award introduced in 2008 for the Best Use of Wood Panel Products. The coveted Gold Award goes to the winner of winners from all the building categories. </p>
<p>The Call for Entries period opens on 2 March 2009, closing on 22<sup> </sup>May. Entry forms and full Terms and Conditions for entry can be found at <a href="http://www.woodawards.com/">http://www.woodawards.com/</a>.</p>
<h4>Notes to Editors</h4>
<h5>The Wood Awards 2009</h5>
<p>The Wood Awards is the premier award for wood in buildings and furniture.</p>
<p>Sponsors of The Wood Awards 2008 included the American Hardwood Export Council, BRE, British Woodworking Federation, Carpenters&#8217; Company, ConFor, English Heritage, Forestry Commission, Furniture Makers&#8217; Company, Historic Scotland, Institute of Carpenters, Malaysian Timber Council, TRADA, Timber Trade Federation, Timber Trades Journal, UKFPA, Western Red Cedar Export Association and wood for good.</p>
<p>Full details of all sponsors and information on The Wood Awards can be found at <a href="http://www.woodawards.com/">http://www.woodawards.com/</a>.</p>
<h4>For press information, please contact:</h4>
<p>Lauren Wyper or Sarah Dade at The Good Agency PR on 020 7738 1900 <a href="mailto:lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk">lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk</a> or <a href="mailto:sarah.dade@thegoodagency.co.uk">sarah.dade@thegoodagency.co.uk</a>. </p>
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		<title>ANCIENT AND MODERN WINS THE DAY</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[This week (October 15th) The Wood Awards - Britain’s premier award scheme for wood in buildings and furniture - presented their awards at the Carpenters’ Hall in London.  The New Shetland Museum and Archives in Shetland triumphed in the Commercial &#38; Public Access category before being crowned 2008’s overall Gold Award winner.

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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img border="0" vspace="10" align="left" width="300" src="http://www.woodawards.com/wp-content/gallery/woodawards/new-shetland-museum.jpg" hspace="10" height="200" />This week (October 15th) The Wood Awards - Britain’s premier award scheme for wood in buildings and furniture - <img border="0" width="1" src="http://www.woodawards.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/dsc_7602-compressed.jpg" height="1" />presented their awards at the Carpenters’ Hall in London.  The New Shetland Museum and Archives in Shetland triumphed in the Commercial &amp; Public Access category before being crowned 2008’s overall Gold Award winner.</p>
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<p>The New Shetland Museum and Archives was labelled “an excellent building that fits in very well with its surroundings” by the independent judging panel.  The building, with sloped walls conceived as abstract sails, echoes the sails of traditional Shetland herring boats in colour and form while taking inspiration from the Shetland’s Nordic neighbours. The Museum juxtaposes local heritage with the needs of a modern community in a clean space comprising of a cinema/lecture theatre, display galleries and public search rooms.  Architect Angus Kerr of BDP has achieved an “excellent building that fits in beautifully with its wind lashed surroundings” where trees are strikingly absent and visitors are brought face to face with Shetland’s maritime history.</p>
<p>The Stadthaus, the world’s tallest timber residential building and winner of the Structural and Offsite Construction category, challenges the “fears and prejudices of established practitioners”, according to the judging panel.  This nine storey building, where even the lift cores are made from wood, went up in just nine weeks thanks to Waugh Thistleton’s prefabricated panel design manufactured from 70% waste timber. </p>
<p>The Private category was won this year by Halligan House, a project which presented architects Simon Condor and Associates with a tight budget and the unusual restraints of a flat roof and a single storey.  Set in a traditional suburban road this home combines a simple palette of materials with a basic courtyard layout providing light and ventilation as well as external spaces to rooms.</p>
<p>The winner of the Conservation/Restoration category matched the skills of modern craftsmen to those of their medieval ancestors.  With bespoke tools required to uncover the timber panelling in the dining room, the restoration of Whitestaunton Manor by Jonathan Rhind Architects shows “a passion and eye for detail that must be admired and applauded” as well as the workmanship and dedication needed for this skilful craft. </p>
<p>The 2008 winner of the Furniture category brings fluid movement in a static sculpture to a Bedfordshire Garden.  Commissioned to celebrate a 30th Wedding Anniversary, The Sleeping Dragon is a “superbly executed and imaginative piece” in which designer/maker Alun Heslop captures the outstanding design and craftsmanship of furniture made in Britain. </p>
<p>The Awards, hosted by Craig White of White Design and Chairman of ‘Wood for Gold’, an initiative set up to encourage the use of wood in the build up to 2012, and supported by the North East Timber Trade Association (NETTA), were presented in front of an invited audience of around 200 architectural, design, and wood professionals. Now in its sixth year, The Wood Awards aim to recognise, encourage and promote outstanding design and craftsmanship in wood, the only sustainable building material.</p>
<p>The Wood Awards is supported by twenty generic sponsors, led by the American Hardwood Export Council, the Carpenters’ Company, the Forestry Commission and wood for good.</p>
<p>Interest in the Wood Awards 2009 is already gathering momentum with the entry period opening in March 2009. For further information visit <a href="http://www.woodawards.com/">www.woodawards.com</a>.</p>
<h4>Notes to Editors</h4>
<p>High quality, high resolution digital photography is available on request from Lauren Wyper by emailing <a href="mailto:Lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk">Lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk</a>.</p>
<h5>The Wood Awards 2008</h5>
<p>The Wood Awards aim to recognise, encourage and promote outstanding design and craftsmanship in wood in buildings and furniture made in Britain.</p>
<p>Sponsors of the Wood Awards 2008 are the American Hardwood Export Council, BRE, British Woodworking Federation, Canada Wood, Carpenters&#8217; Company, ConFor, English Heritage, Forestry Commission, Furniture Makers’ Company, Historic Scotland, Institute of Carpenters, Institute of Wood Science, Malaysian Timber Council, Sustainable Forestry Initiative, TRADA, Timber Trade Federation, Timber Trades Journal, UKFPA, Western Red Cedar Export Association, and wood for good. Full details of all sponsors can be found on <a href="http://www.woodawards.com/">www.woodawards.com<strong> </strong></a></p>
<h5>Party Sponsor – North East Timber Trade Association (NETTA)</h5>
<p>The North East Timber Trade Association (NETTA) represents companies in the North and East of England supplying timber and related products including importers, sawmillers, merchants, agents and builders merchants.</p>
<p>NETTA also has affiliated members in sectors associated with the timber trade such as shipping companies, ports and logistic operations.</p>
<p>NETTA is part of the UK Timber Trade Federation and is a reliable first point of contact for anything to do with wood.</p>
<h5>For further press information, please contact:</h5>
<p>Maggie Young on <a href="mailto:maggie.young@thegoodagency.co.uk">maggie.young@thegoodagency.co.uk</a> or Lauren Wyper on <a href="mailto:lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk">lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk</a> or call 02077381900</p>
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		<title>2008 SHORTLIST UNVEILED</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 09:00:33 +0000</pubDate>
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The 29 strong shortlist is to be unveiled by last year’s Gold Award winner, Andy Couling from Feilden Clegg Bradley Architects, whose Formby [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Leading architects, specifiers and journalists will be present for the official launch of this year’s Wood Awards shortlist on the opening day of architectural and design show, 100% Detail at London’s Earl Court.</strong></p>
<p>The 29 strong shortlist is to be unveiled by last year’s Gold Award winner, Andy Couling from Feilden Clegg Bradley Architects, whose Formby Pool swept the board at last years’ awards.</p>
<p>Featuring stunning private houses, skilful restorations, superb public buildings and bespoke furniture, this year’s shortlist boasts an impressive array of contenders for the Award’s main categories: Commercial and Public Access, Private, Structural, Conservation / Restoration and Furniture.</p>
<p>From around 200 entries, 29 have been selected by a panel of independent architectural, design and wood specialist judges across 5 main award categories [See Notes to Editors below]. Entries range from leading national architectural and design practices to smaller bespoke joiners.</p>
<p>Giles Downes, of Sidell Gibson Architects and chairman of the judges says: “The Wood Awards is a fantastic initiative, with entrants and industry experts coming together to recognise and celebrate the use of wood in architecture and furniture design. Each year, the quality of the entries is extremely impressive and this year is no exception with a very wide range of entries in the commercial and public access category, as well as a fine range of private houses. From the Shetland Isles to Cornwall, every part of the country is represented. It is encouraging to see that good design is alive and well, even in the most remote locations!”</p>
<p>Wood is the only naturally sustainable building material available and the Wood Awards, led by the American Hardwood Export Council, Forestry Commission, Carpenters’ Company and wood for good and now in its sixth year is the UK’s premier award scheme celebrating excellence in wood in buildings and furniture made in Britain.</p>
<p>Winners will be announced at the Carpenter’s Hall on 15th October 2008.</p>
<h4>Notes to Editors</h4>
<p>The Wood Awards shortlist will be unveiled at architecture and design exhibition 100% Detail, Earls Court, London, on stand Q20 at 11am on Thursday 18th September 2008. This release is under strict embargo until this date.</p>
<h5>Photography and images</h5>
<p>High resolution digital images are available from Lauren Wyper by calling 020 7738 1900 or emailing <a href="mailto:lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk">lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk</a>.</p>
<h5>The Wood Awards 2008</h5>
<p>The Wood Awards aim to recognise, encourage and promote outstanding design and craftsmanship in wood in buildings and furniture made in Britain. Sponsors of the Wood Awards 2008 are the American Hardwood Export Council, BRE, British Woodworking Federation, Carpenters&#8217; Company, ConFor, English Heritage, Forestry Commission, Ghana Forestry Commission, Historic Scotland, Institute of Carpenters, German Timber, Institute of Wood Science, Malaysian Timber Council, Sustainable Forestry Initiative, TRADA, The Worshipful Company of Furniture Makers, Timber Trade Federation, Timber Trades Journal, UKFPA, Western Red Cedar Export Association, and wood for good.</p>
<p>Full details of all sponsors can be found at <a href="http://www.woodawards.com/">www.woodawards.com</a>.</p>
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		<title>2008 WOOD AWARDS – KEEPING UP THE HIGH STANDARD</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Organisers of this year’s Wood Awards are delighted by the standard of this year’s entries. Entries closed at the end of May for this highly celebrated award scheme which recognises excellence in architecture and design in wood. Amongst the 200 or so entries across the entry categories were some respected names in the architectural world [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Organisers of this year’s Wood Awards are delighted by the standard of this year’s entries. Entries closed at the end of May for this highly celebrated award scheme which recognises excellence in architecture and design in wood. Amongst the 200 or so entries across the entry categories were some respected names in the architectural world including Foster and Partners and Alison Brooks Architects.</p>
<p>Commenting at the judging day at Carpenters’ Hall, Giles Downes, Chairman of the Judges, spoke about the fact that the entries continue to be of a very high standard. He said: “Each year the quality of the entries is extremely impressive, and this year is no exception with a very wide range in the commercial and public access category, as well as a fine range of private houses, revealing the continuing design trend for timber cladding and interiors for the home”.</p>
<p>The Commercial &amp; Public Access category formed the largest of the five building categories and attracted projects from swimming pools to grand castles. Interestingly, supermarkets were a recurring theme with ASDA, Tesco and Sainsbury’s stores all featured amongst this year’s line up. Giles says that this reflects the growing appeal of timber in an increasingly environmentally conscious world. “It was particularly interesting to see three supermarkets with structural timber frames entered this year. With the wide spans required for supermarkets, the use of timber structures is new to this type of building, reflecting the growing requirement and willingness of supermarkets to use sustainable materials in their construction.”</p>
<p>The quality of the furniture submissions was also high. Semi bespoke furniture designer/maker Philip Koomen and Lowther Fine Furniture’s offerings featured amongst a whole host of submissions from emerging and established furniture talent.</p>
<p>Furniture judge Luke Hughes commented on the outstanding range of innovative ideas from some new names in the industry. He said: “There are some really exciting entries this year; gratifyingly original pieces, some intriguing and well-executed ideas and, best of all, some promising new names&#8221;.</p>
<p>The judging panel, including RIBA Journal’s Hugh Pearman, Hopkins’ Jim Greaves and Alan Johnson of English Heritage, is gearing up for a busy summer of judging trips across the length and breadth of Britain.</p>
<p>The official shortlist will be unveiled at 100% Detail on 18th September in London. For further updates and more information please visit <a href="http://woodawards.com">www.woodawards.com</a>.</p>
<h5>Photography and images</h5>
<p>High resolution digital images are available from Lauren Wyper by calling 020 7738 1900 or emailing <a href="mailto:lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk">lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk</a>.</p>
<h5>The Wood Awards 2008</h5>
<p>The Wood Awards aim to recognise, encourage and promote outstanding design and craftsmanship in wood in buildings and furniture made in Britain.</p>
<p>Sponsors of the Wood Awards 2008 are the American Hardwood Export Council, Carpenters Company, Forestry Commission, wood for good, British Woodworking Federation, English Heritage, The Worshipful Company of Furniture Makers, Malaysian Timber Council, Timber Trade Federation, TRADA, BRE, ConFor, Historic Scotland, Institute of Carpenters, Institute of Wood Science, Sustainable Forestry Initiative, UKFPA, Western Red Cedar Export Association.</p>
<p>Full details of all sponsors can be found at <a href="http://woodawards.com">www.woodawards.com</a>.</p>
<h5>For press information, please contact:</h5>
<p>Lauren Wyper at The Good Agency<br />
Tel: 020 7738 1900<br />
Fax: 020 7738 9900<br />
Email: <a href="mailto:lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk">lauren.wyper@thegoodagency.co.uk</a></p>
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