Project: Wood:
Indah Collection
Reclaimed teak (Tectona grandis)
Cr e ator :
DeeDee Gundberg
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ropical wood species are inherently renewable, organic, recyclable and durable. So durable in fact that in addition to their first use, many species enjoy another lifetime after their original specification. These reclaimed woods are increasingly in demand because of their environmental aspects, as well as their legacy. Ann Sacks, a Portland, Oregon-based manufacturer and distributor of tile and stone understands the exotic allure of reclaimed tropical wood. The company recently launched the Indah collection, a line of hand-carved exotic wood tiles. “The Indah collection was developed with reclaimed teak for several reasons,” says DeeDee Gundberg, product development portfolio manager for Ann Sacks. “It was the correct medium for the style we were trying to achieve. The designs in the collection are based on traditional Indonesian folk art, and are hand carved by extremely talented artisans in the region. The tiles are enhanced by the warm coloration and old world quality of the reclaimed teak.” The word “Indah” means “beautiful” in Bahasa Indonesian. For centuries teak has been used as a medium of choice by local sculptors because of its natural composition and rich aesthetic. “Beyond the design aspects, working with a sustainable material is a major initiative of ours, and reclaimed teak fills that need,” says Gundberg. IW
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