Some materials are synonymous with luxury — marble, lacquer, mohair. Then there’s burl wood, the most characterful of them all, despite its rather unfortunate backstory. Technically a tree’s tumor, it ...

Wood furniture is a warm trend that will never go out of style, but certain types seem to become trendier depending on fads and designer tips. Since many home designs and themes are cyclical, it's no ...

On a mid-July morning in Corvallis’ Willamette Park, Callie Gunderson’s two-year-old son climbed a maple tree. Gunderson said playing in the park is the best way to encourage him to be adventurous.

Biophilia has reigned supreme in recent years, ushering natural finishes and earth tones into the home en masse. There's some nuance to this—not all wood varieties are en vogue, and millennial green ...

Viral material is a natural way to add visual interest to furnishings You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Reviews and recommendations are ...

A table top for a table made of popular burl wood and transparent epoxy resin. The resin is varnished and polished, the wood is saturated with tung oil. (Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Just think ...