Premium-class product – let’s talk about wood, part 1

When, over eight years ago, I decided to introduce true luxury to Poland, I didn’t really know what a truly was.

As time went by, I discovered lands previously unknown to me, and with them, the truth about creating flawless luxury. More than once, it was a harsh lesson that taught me not everything called luxury truly deserves the name…

Prelude – a premium-class product

My first steps led me towards exceptionally expensive and lavish goods, thinking that this was the very definition of luxury. There, I could experience the taste, touch, and scent of true super-premium essence.

In general, the materials used are of utmost importance, shaping a holistic vision much like the hand of a creator. This is the unchanging foundation from which the design of a desired product must begin.

Natural and rare wood species such as

Exotic trees, much like precious stones, exist in limited quantities that are constantly diminishing. That’s why they serve as a fundamental base in a vast array of products.

You think – it’s just furniture? Think again! Prestigious wood is everywhere these days. Floors, paneling, yachts, home appliances, cars, airplanes—anywhere this divine material can be used.

Every year, the price of a cubic meter of juicy, luxurious wood increases. This rise matches the growing demand, making it a true.

Case Study – Wooden Chess Sets as a Premium Product

Our fascination with wood is deeply rooted in our connection to nature, the environment, and humanity itself. For thousands of years, we have been inextricably linked to this raw material.

As a result, we develop a deep and lasting attachment to trees, seeing them as companions throughout our lives.

A great example of using high-quality wood varieties is the Italian chess manufacturer Italfama. This is a brand with over 40 years of tradition.

This manufacturer understands how perfectly wood complements chessboards. By selecting the right types of wood, they design a truly premium product.

This is exactly what defines a niche, prestige, and the. It’s something people seek out in order to offer true connoisseurs the highest quality.

Types of wood used in premium-class products

The manufacturer uses, among others, here.

Properly lacquered and polished, they stand out compared to other types of wood. They have their own weight and style, bringing a capital-A Atmosphere to the game of chess!

Many Italfama products are made of wood inlaid by hand. This technique, dating back to ancient times, lends a truly refined and exclusive character.

Price as a Factor in Premium Products

You’re probably wondering whether the price matches the craftsmanship behind this product. Let me give you a few examples.

A large chessboard made of briarwood and elm, measuring 51x51x1.8 cm, costs around 895 PLN.

A chessboard made from African bubinga wood, measuring 51x51x1.8 cm, now costs over 900 PLN.

An original chessboard in the form of a box with a pull-out drawer, made of rosewood and measuring 47x36x7 cm, costs around 1200 PLN.

A board made of rosewood and maple, measuring 38x38x2 cm, costs over 400 PLN.

A walnut wood chessboard, measuring 42x42x1.8 cm, is priced at around 800 PLN.

As we can see, high-quality wood doesn’t have to be very expensive. However, it stands out significantly from standard, mass-produced chess sets.

The price is determined by the supply of high-quality wood, the complexity of producing the final product, and many other factors.

The brand is a classic example of using wood in the creation of a premium-class product.

Case Study: Premium-Class Wood Joining Product

Many global companies combine wood with other materials. And often, the results are truly impressive, exclusive, and exceptionally prestigious.

There are many techniques and ways to combine wood as a material for production. However, I fell in love with the duo of natural leather and wood.

For me, this is an exceptionally holistic and successful union—certainly not one of convenience! From the very first moment, you can see the coherence and genuine honesty in the way an object crafted with this technique looks.

A perfect example is the Hergo executive chair by R.A. Mobili. Never in my life have I experienced such a profound of fascination with a piece of seating furniture.

It’s bold, substantial, with a distinctly massive form. This sense of solidity comes from two materials—natural leather and wood.

I can’t imagine using any other materials for this place and this product. This is exactly how I always envisioned a perfect and complete object made from even more exceptional resources.

Sitting on leather holds great symbolic meaning in human life and carries an air of majesty. The scent of this luxurious material makes us feel truly elite.

Behind us, heavy, solid, carefully selected wood provides comfort and a sense of security.

And while many of you may consider 40,000 złoty a significant expense, for me this exclusive armchair is worth every penny.

Wood is always in style – past, present, and future!

Will exotic and rare wood species always remain objects of our desire? As our history shows, this is a truly exceptional material, held in great esteem by people throughout the ages.

For thousands of years, wood has given us warmth, shelter, and joy in life. The less of it we have, the more precious and sought-after it becomes.

Today, I can’t imagine the premium industry without this material. It’s one of the essential components and a classic example of luxury application.

But can luxury really exist without high-quality trees? The answer is simple—of course not.