Towers, walkways, decks, cabins and tree houses. Since 2010, the Hello Wood Festival has erected dozens of temporary constructions, with one common denominator: wood. The initiative aims to make knowledge about this material more accessible to everyone, as it has immense potential for the future. However, despite its potential, wood still faces various prejudices within the construction industry. Through the connection between designers and artists from different cultural, academic and professional backgrounds, the event uses construction as a platform for innovation, discussion and knowledge. It offers participants the unique opportunity to experiment with sustainable design and construction methods, encouraging learning through experience, held in a forested area near Budapest, Hungary.
After a three-year break, the event returns in July 2023 curated and lectured by renowned professionals, including Karim Rashid and Burning Man designer Arthur Mamou-Mani. The festival will also include workshops, lectures, and cultural events that aim to encourage the exploration of new ideas, with a commitment to sustainability and conscious building.
