Wood is one of the oldest building materials, yet also one of the most contemporary. Hardly any other material combines an atmospheric quality with technical performance so naturally. It exudes warmth and a connection to nature, shaping spaces and creating an immediate bond with the natural world. In residential settings in particular, it significantly enhances well-being and spatial quality. 

This volume is dedicated to contemporary living spaces and houses in which these qualities are exemplified. The book demonstrates how wood is being reinterpreted as an intelligent material for building and design today. It demonstrates why, as a forward-looking material, wood uniquely unites sustainability, technology, and spatial experience.