The Wood Awards recognise, promote and encourage outstanding design and craftsmanship in the use of wood for furniture and building projects in the 21st century.

These Awards play a key role in highlighting wood as the only building material that is renewable and sustainable whilst also offering unrivalled versatility and aesthetic qualities.

The Award was first presented in 1971 as the Carpenters' Award 'for the very best work in joinery or other woodworking'. Originally run by Terence Mallinson, a Liveryman of the Company, the Carpenters' Company has supported the Awards from their beginning. The annual award winners’ presentation ceremony is held at Carpenters' Hall.

Award categories

There are five main categories:

• Public and commercial buildings
• Private non-commercial buildings
• Structural – including timber-frame buildings, bridges and interior or exterior structures
• Conservation/restoration projects
• Furniture, including free-standing or fitted

Find out more at the Wood Awards website.