coppiced sweet chestnut wood sculpts tree furniture collection by masao rong

Masao Rong's 'Tree' collection revolutionizes sustainable design by using locally sourced coppiced sweet chestnut wood, highlighting both craft and nature's artistry in furniture.

The project aims to restore the connection between people and their environment, using single tree trunks and emphasizing collaboration with coppice workers for sustainable furniture.

By employing traditional Asian lacquer techniques, Rong preserves the natural texture of wood while achieving a smooth finish, creating an organic yet refined aesthetic in furniture.

Coppicing, a centuries-old forest management practice, offers sustainable timber while challenging the conventional view of nature as merely a resource for human exploitation.

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