WoodenWood explores circular design by integrating traditional woodworking with advanced digital fabrication. Although wood remains one of the most widely used building materials, it generates millions of tons of waste annually, opening an opportunity for design-driven research to envision new circular strategies.
Using raw wood and sawdust, WoodenWood develops seating prototypes that combine solid wood frameworks with robotic-printed, woven-wood-based surfaces. A computational model and robotic printing workflow link the geometry of each prototype to toolpath and material behavior, enabling customization in functionality, ergonomics, and material distribution.
Through the woven deposition process that integrates structural enhancement and aesthetic expression, the project redefines wood waste as a high-value material. By bridging craftsmanship and automation, WoodenWood demonstrates how design-driven research can foster sustainable and circular approaches within the built environment.
