Weave - project

Development project

Weave is an exploratory project that investigates the use of fast-growing materials as a sustainable alternative to slow-grown timber. Locally sourced willow, harvested from the Somerset Levels—where it has been grown for centuries and traditionally used in basket making—forms the basis of this work. Willow’s remarkable growth rate of up to six feet per year makes it an ideal material for wet, low-lying farmland where other crops struggle.

Through the weaving process, the base has naturally evolved into a bold, gently curving geometry. This project seeks to integrate this ancient craft and versatile material into the realm of fine furniture making, further exploring its potential and expanding our understanding of its capabilities.

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