THREE CONVERSATIONS ON CRAFT, DESIGN AND TIMBER
 
WATCH THE TIMBER SERIES

Timber is more than a building material. It is a medium that shapes space, inspires creativity, and connects architects, builders and craftspeople. Through the Timber Series, JNA Group sits down with leading South African architects to explore how timber continues to transform contemporary architecture through craft, collaboration and design intelligence.

Across three filmed conversations, the series offers insight into how timber influences form, function and atmosphere, revealing why it remains one of the most relevant materials in modern architectural practice.
 
EPISODE ONE
Wynand Wilsenach Architects

In the first episode, Abrie Visagie, Technical Director at JNA Group, joins architect Wynand Wilsenach to discuss the role of timber in shaping both structure and expression. From exposed beams to inventive structural details, the conversation highlights how timber introduces warmth, character and ingenuity into contemporary spaces.
The episode also reflects on collaboration, with Wynand emphasising that meaningful architecture is built through many hands working together. Timber becomes both the material and the catalyst for this shared process.
 
EPISODE TWO
Kritzinger Architects

Episode two brings together architect Jed Kritzinger and Ritz de la Bat of JNA Group to explore timber across a diverse and contemporary body of work. The discussion focuses on timber’s flexibility and adaptability, demonstrating how thoughtful detailing, precise connections and material honesty elevate architecture, even within practical constraints.
This episode underscores timber as a material that balances performance with design clarity.
 
EPISODE THREE
Van Biljon Bernardo Architects

In the final episode, Abrie Visagie speaks with Arnold Bernardo of Van Biljon Bernardo Architects about timber as a defining architectural element. Timber introduces texture, tone and intimacy, transforming structures into memorable spaces that feel both grounded and refined.
From open roof structures to exposed joinery, the conversation celebrates timber as a material that bridges tradition, craftsmanship and innovation.
 
TIMBER AS COLLABORATION AND CRAFT

Across all three episodes, the Timber Series reveals a shared belief. Timber is not just a material choice. It is collaboration, expression and creativity in action. It connects disciplines, elevates design and continues to shape the future of South African architecture.

Watch all three episodes on YouTube and across JNA Group’s social media platforms, and discover the stories, insights and craftsmanship behind some of the country’s most remarkable timber projects.