WOOD FOR TECHNOLOGY
Nowadays, the number of available designs, the materials they are made of and their quality often leaves much to be desired. Global import of Chinese products spit out traditional products of each country. Thus, we often want to have something original, unconventional created by a craftsman and small family-owned workshop - not by a huge factory. We want to diverge from the masses. We want our homes to have a unique feel which can be achieved only by exceptional items with soul and history. Increasingly, we are fed up with ‘copy -> paste’ designs and Ikea (despite its’ beautiful simplicity ) being EVERYWHERE.
We are tired of being made to choose products from chain stores selling the same merchandise.
The time has come for us to appreciate - ‘one of a kind’ items - and we want them.
However, in today’s globalized world, technology is a powerful player. There is no need to mention that tech is all around us. Technological gadgets are mass-produced and usually, we do not have the opportunity to personalize products designed for specific laptops or phones. Most of these gadgets are made of plastic and derivative materials, which - let’s be honest - are not our dream elements of a home or office decor. In this case, we can be asking ourselves - how can we have both: technology and unique products at once? Well, the answer is simple: WOOD. Wood is everything. We just need to get back to our roots, to the history of craftsmanship and combine it with technology. The fruit of this connection is eminent, solid and just amazing in its’ austerity.
Wood for tech.
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How the past and the present shape the future of design?
Artists taking inspiration from old styles and reinterpreting them in the modern key, the ever repeating trend cycle, bold or subtle callbacks to the bygone eras, and combining the ‘old’ with the ‘new’ - are common themes in design, fashion, architecture, or art. Why...
Oct 26, 2023
People of design: Aleksandra Ciesielska
We have been working on a unique offer to accommodate our business clients for some time now and today, we can proudly say that the Oakywood for Business offer is live. To get to know our new customers a little better, we asked a few chosen interior designers some qu...
Oct 26, 2023
Why is design so important?
Creating products which effortlessly combine beauty with functionality is of utmost importance for everyone here at Oakywood; our accessories are all meticulously designed and thoroughly tested for their usefulness. Since design is one of the key aspects of our brand...
Oct 5, 2023
The MagSafe Puck - new possibilities of the MagSafe collection
Expanding the functionality of our products and ensuring that our accessories offer more than one use, has been one of Oakywood’s goals from the very beginning. This is why our MagSafe collection consists of items which are multipurpose and can be used in a variety o...
Sep 28, 2023
How to arrange a home office with a regulated desk?
Our Standing Desk equipped with an automatic height regulation system is not only a sturdy product, it is also a sizable piece of furniture. You can adjust the tabletop size to your required size, but remember that the frame and engine also take up some space. How ca...
Sep 22, 2023
Recognizing and conquering professional burnout
Professional burnout is an increasingly burning issue - so much so, its updated definition has been added to the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Diseases diagnostic manual. Unfortunately, its early symptoms are quite inconspicuous and can ...
Sep 14, 2023
Lifelong learning - on the importance of constantly learning new things
It might seem like learning ends with the last school bell or receiving your college diploma. It is probably the case for some, but it is certainly not a good example to follow. Lifelong learning has an immense effect on the state of our mind, our health, and our wel...
Sep 7, 2023
Zakopane Style – design from the foothills of the Tatra Mountains
Podhale, or the “Polish Highlands'', is a very distinctive region – especially when it comes to architecture and design. It is also Oakywood’s birthplace, and although our products don’t reference the Podhalan style directly, we still share some common traits: unique...
Aug 31, 2023
Post-vacation blues – how to return to work with no stress
Going back to work after a leisurely break is like going back to the future: at first it’s a shock, but ultimately it feels comforting to be in a familiar environment. Sometimes, however, returning to work seems daunting, like being banished from paradise right back ...
Aug 24, 2023