Unlock the intimate, natural and harmonious "wood culture"

From ancient times to the present, the houses and furniture we live in have always been constructed of wood. The Chinese have a special preference and attachment to wood. Wood has been a part of people's lives since ancient times, embodying the Confucian ideal of "following the laws of nature, harmony between man and nature." The Chinese nation's deep-rooted attachment to wood can also be understood through the lens of ancient Chinese philosophy. The Five Elements theory is the core foundation of ancient Chinese philosophy and represents the ancient theory of the formation of cosmic matter. Regarding the Five Elements, the "Zuo Zhuan, Xianggong 27" states: "Heaven created five materials, and the people use them all; none can be discarded." Of the Five Elements (metal, wood, water, fire, and earth), only wood is considered a living thing. Wood represents spring and represents life, fertility, and vitality, carrying positive connotations of prosperity, flourishing, and flourishing. Therefore, the Chinese people's deep-rooted attachment to wood is rooted in the ancient Chinese philosophy of the Five Elements.

Ancient people used wood for pillars, beams, and even homes. From ancient times to the present, wood has contributed to people's basic needs, including food, clothing, shelter, and transportation; the formation and development of natural science; and the creation and enrichment of literature and art. Wood is the foundation and core of human culture and civilization.

Wood is the most spiritual of all creatures, possessing a powerful yet gentle character. This is especially true of the fragrant cedar, which, with its unbiased branches, maintains its neutrality, adhering to its native land and benefiting all living things. It possesses qualities such as tranquility, focus, restraint, and self-discipline. Since recorded history, the fragrant cedar has been a staple in Chinese ships, bridges, buildings, and homes. For generations, mountain residents have lived off the mountains, creating and inheriting the culture of the fragrant cedar through practical experience. The fragrant cedar has been a constant companion to Chinese civilization for thousands of years.

Chinese fir contains cedarol, a natural health gene that offers corrosion resistance, water resistance, insect and mite resistance, and antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. This is why southerners rely on Chinese fir for food, housing, and transportation. The southern region, with its abundance of wood, chose Chinese fir, a testament to the ingenuity of its workers. Chinese fir has played an irreplaceable role in the history and progress of human civilization.

Xiangshan solid wood ecological boards inherit the virtues of wood, with a warm color and excellent softness, giving people a sense of intimacy and harmony. Especially in today's fast-paced world, people are eager to experience the natural and calming life of logs, and touch the true meaning of life through logs. So how do we interpret wood culture?

Today, people use logs in whole-wood home furnishings. The Group continues to carry forward this unique "wood culture" sentiment: carefully selecting high-quality wood to give homes a distinguished quality. Feeling the passage of time amidst nature, understanding the principles of life, and with the heart of a craftsman, exploring the essence of wood culture, integrating it with modern urban life, we create a uniquely charming "log lifestyle."