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Woodcraft Gudila gives Madeira a new life, Creating sustainable pieces of artistic value
In a studio in Alcobaça, Fallen trunks and forgotten wood become unique pieces, handy and soul. Gudila is the brand that honors nature and celebrates the art of working the wood.
In a world where waste is one of the greatest environmental challenges, Woodcraft Gudila emerges as an example of innovation and sustainability. The brand transforms wood discarded by other manufacturers into unique pieces, rescuing materials that, otherwise, would be wasted.
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Created in 2022 by GUALTER OLIVEIRA AND DIANA BORGES, Natural of Alcobaça, Gudila is a Portuguese brand that born of the desire to work with wood sustainably and artistic. Be it rescued from pruning remains, of fallen or waste, Gudilla can see potential and beauty in what many consider imperfect. It, fissure or irregular texture are no longer failures to become distinctive marks, assigning authenticity to each piece.
For Gualter and Diana, The creative process starts long before the final piece: I started not direct contact with the raw material, in observing what Madeira has to offer. "We do not force forms - we follow what Madeira shows us", share. This respect for the nature of the material translates into pieces that breathe organicity and sensitivity, unattended, where function and beauty coexist in balance.
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More than an aesthetic or technical exercise, Gudilla is moved by a clear purpose: show that it is possible to create with conscience, respecting natural rhythms and reducing the environmental impact. The purpose of the brand is not just to manufacture beautiful objects - is to inspire a new way of seeing the resources, where each design of design has an ecological and cultural intention itself. This view becomes increasingly relevant at a time when consumers are looking for not only products, but also stories, authentic values and commitments.
The brand has been gaining recognition in Contemporary Design and Craft Stores, attracting not only lovers of sustainable objects, but also collectors and professionals in the areas of architecture and interior design. A Gudila It is thus positioned as a brand that crosses art, Sustainability and Tradition, showing that there is place in the market for projects that combine ethical and aesthetics. AND, in short, an ode to wood, knowing how to do it and the time necessary to create something truly unique.
The result is functional and aesthetically captivating creations, varying Utensils for everyday, decorative elements and furniture pieces. With an unshakable commitment to sustainability, Woodcraft Gudila proves that it is possible to produce responsibly, preserving the environment and giving new life to materials once forgotten.
More than a brand, to Woodcraft Gudila represents a movement of ecological awareness and creativity. Each piece is not just an object, but a symbol of respect for the nature and art of traditional woodwork.
Whenever a large or small wooden trunk comes, You may remember Woodcraft Gudila.
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