1. What makes LIGNA so special for you?

The fact that timber construction takes center stage and that the entire value chain is represented.

2. What have you been most pleased about at a LIGNA?

The “Die Gute Form 2023” competition by the German Association of Carpenters and Joiners. Seeing the workpieces crafted by apprentices and appreciating the craftsmanship behind them is incredibly rewarding. I selected the journeyman piece “Studio Couch” by Felix Klein from Berlin as an exhibit for an architecture and materials exhibition within the Berlin TXL urban development project. Hundreds of visitors had the opportunity to admire its quality and also learn about timber construction and innovative product design using materials like mushroom mycelium, hempcrete, recycled paper, and algae.

3. What is the funniest/best/surprising thing you have experienced at LIGNA?

The start-up arena always delivers exciting innovations and fresh ideas.

4. What was the biggest challenge you had to overcome at LIGNA?

As a visitor, the greatest challenge is trying to explore all the halls and visit as many exhibitors as possible.

5. When is a LIGNA a successful LIGNA for you?

When engaging exhibits are paired with meaningful conversations. It’s also a success when new formats are explored – such as this year’s “LIGNA.Circular”. My colleague Simon Wimmer spoke there about transformation and innovation with a focus on wood and timber construction.