5-day masterclass in veneer form tensioning

Course description

We begin with a half-day theoretical introduction to the technical prerequisites for formwork and a review of the relevant wood technology. Design parameters, advantages and limitations in different areas of application are reviewed – and hopefully challenged.

The workshop is 'hands-on', and the expectation is that we test and present as many different methods as possible to each other.

As with so much else, preparation is key! Therefore, a large part of the time will be spent on the production of molds and fixtures. This in itself provides an understanding of the technique. However, there will also be time to experiment with the veneer itself and test how prestressed veneer works.

In addition to the production of molds for industrial use, two methods, especially suitable for prototypes and uniques, will be tested. Theory and application of 3D veneers will be reviewed, but not applied.

The last half day will be spent presenting the different methods to each other and of course the results.

After the workshop, you will be enriched with:

• Knowledge of the wood technology prerequisites for shape span
• Knowledge of building industrial tools
• A mold that can be used for prototype development
• An understanding of how to bend veneer in multiple dimensions
• Dust on the clothes and glue on the fingers

COURSE INFO

Date and time: 21 – 25 September 2026, at 9:00 – 16:00

Number of participants: 10 - 12

Price: € 2950
The price includes materials, coffee and tea. Please provide your own lunch.
If you are a member of BKF, you can get a 20% discount. The offer is valid until the pool runs out.

About the teacher:
Nils-Ole Zib has a Master in Design, is a furniture designer and cabinetmaker. He has held workshops and master classes in several places around the world for more than 20 years.

Application and target group: The course is aimed at professional performing artists, architects and designers. A certain prior knowledge of and understanding of woodworking and a basic desire to work independently with form tension in own projects are required.

Send a short CV and a description of your motivation for and your expectations for the workshop in a combined email to kursus@svfk.dk no later than 23 August 2026.

If you have questions about the course, the application procedure or anything else, send an email to Rebekka Lewin: rebekka@svfk.dk

Address
Statens Verksteder for Art, plan 2 (the wood workshop)
Strandgade 27B
1401 Copenhagen K

NB! We reserve the right to cancel the course if there are not enough registrations.

Cancellation must be made in writing to the administration. Until the registration deadline, cancellation can be done without charge. If you cancel after the deadline, 50% of the course fee is paid. If you cancel later than 3 days before the start of the course, the entire course fee is paid. You have the option of sending a substitute if you are prevented from participating.

SVFK's course series 2026 is supported by the Augustinus Foundation.

Photo credit: State Workshops for the Arts