Woodgrain and genuine leather are a time tested combination that's guaranteed to set off any car interior. But matching grains to hides is no easy task. It takes a true understanding of the materials and an eye for high-end aesthetics and luxury. In a new video, General Motors' vehicle designers explain how they turned to household furniture to influence the look and feel of … [Read more...] about Cadillac Shows off the XTS’ Woodgrain Trim
Wood Trim
Reclaimed Wood Finds its Way into Cars
There's nothing strange about trimming vehicle cabins in wood veneer – it's been done for years. But how about using reclaimed wood from old logs and fence posts to do it? As odd as that might sound, it's exactly what some car companies are doing. … [Read more...] about Reclaimed Wood Finds its Way into Cars
The Vilner Land Rover Defender Wood
The Land Rover Defender, already renown for its luxurious interior, has been revamped by Bulgarian automotive interior design studio Vilner to make its cabin fit for a sheikh. Not surprisingly, the cabin is cloaked in fine leather – from its seats to its sun visors – and stitched together with the highest quality craftsmanship. However, what really make this Defender stand out … [Read more...] about The Vilner Land Rover Defender Wood
Trimming Auto Interiors in Wood
With so much fiberglass and plastic in today's cars, it's easy to forget that interiors once featured intricate woodwork. In fact, it used to be that auto trimmers needed carpentry skills in order to build, fix or customize vehicle interiors. But as automakers sought to make their cars more affordable, wood styling either disappeared entirely or was replaced with stickers and … [Read more...] about Trimming Auto Interiors in Wood
Recent Comments