Nestled amongst the forests in Haute Savoie, France, Pôle d’Excellence Bois is a resource centre for the development of timber products used in the design and construction industries. When SILO Architects won the commission to design the reception space, BAUX eco-friendly acoustic wood wool tiles presented the perfect opportunity to reinterpreting the space using a unique raw wood product. In collaboration with a local carpenter and timber merchant, they created a BAUX design that encapsulated the essence of the project.

BAUX’s colour and shape palettes allowed the design team to create a vibrant graphic identity within the reception areas. The sound absorption properties of the eco-friendly acoustic wood wool tiles meant the open spaces were almost as tranquil as the forest itself. The recyclable wood wool materials helped reduce the buildings eco-footprint and regulate moisture. The result? Another satisfied client. Check out our BAUX products to see how you can transform any space!

Acoustic meeting area
Pôle d’Excellence Bois is a hub and resource centre for carpenters, designers and manufacturers, anyone in fact who works with wood. A place for discussion and sharing ideas.

Inspirational working space
The original space was an old industrial unit. It was empty, raw, with white walls and visible cabling. In collaboration with a local carpenter and timber merchant, they created a BAUX design that encapsulated the essence of the project. Great for work and contemplation.

Close to nature
The eco-friendly acoustic wood wool tiles allowed the architect to create geometric patterns, re-interpreting the tree as a unified visual identity throughout the space.