The ultimate guide to all things plywood – its history, design, manufacture and use in interiors – with pioneering British design company Uncommon Projects.

The popularity of plywood has skyrocketed in recent years, with the craftsmanship of plywood designs being appreciated on sites such as Pinterest, Houzz and Instagram. It is a DIY-friendly material, lending itself to modular and custom solutions. Plywood: A Sourcebook takes you through the history of plywood, from its origins and early use, all the way through to its resurgence in contemporary design. The book includes:

• Joinery and construction techniques: explore advanced methods of cabinetry construction, showcasing masterful craftsmanship.

• Interviews with designers and architects who favour plywood as their material of choice, offering insights into their creative process.

• Sustainable production practices in the modern era of plywood design.

• Global inspirations: how plywood kitchens are designed around the world, from Scandinavian minimalism to Japanese precision.

Illustrated with beautiful photography throughout, this book features real plywood projects undertaken by Uncommon Projects – in kitchens, offices, studios, living areas, storage spaces and more – and provides the ultimate inspirational guide to all things plywood.