The beauty of bending: engineered wood as a canvas for modern design

At first glance, it may look like art - flowing, layered curves in warm tones - but this image captures something even more profound: the intelligence of material design. These precisely milled wooden sheets are the backbone of many NordicWall installations that require seamless curvature and structural integrity.

Unlike raw planks, this form of engineered veneer plywood is designed to respond - to radius, load, and light. The flexibility seen here is not accidental; it’s the result of carefully controlled grain orientation and multi-layer lamination, allowing even hardwoods to bend without cracking or losing strength.

Where form meets function

In our bespoke wall solutions, these curved components are used to create flowing transitions - corner wraps, sweeping entrances, and undulating feature walls. The result is visual continuity that feels organic, as if grown into the space rather than installed.

Clients often ask how we achieve such softness from such a strong material. The answer lies in controlled moisture, press-forming, and CNC scoring, enabling the wood to flex predictably while retaining its natural warmth and durability.

Materials with intent

Each sheet starts with sustainably harvested hardwood, selected for uniformity in grain and tone. After slicing and bonding into cross-laminated layers, the panels are shaped and sealed with a low-VOC matte finish. This ensures they are not only structurally sound, but also safe for indoor air quality and long-term exposure to changing climates.

This level of detail is what allows NordicWall to deliver installations that are architecturally ambitious yet grounded in craft.

Case: boutique retail in Oslo

One recent project using these curved panels was a boutique showroom in Oslo, where NordicWall was asked to build a fully curved corridor wall without visible seams. Using pre-bent panels, the wall was installed in less than 48 hours - a testament to the efficiency and precision of engineered woodwork.

The final effect? A fluid, welcoming gesture that wraps around the visitor - sound-absorbing, tactile, and unmistakably Nordic.

Good design isn’t flat. With NordicWall, we bend the rules - literally - to bring warmth and movement to contemporary spaces.