Cape Town, South Africa
23th February
9.00–17.00
Hybrid Joining Option

The 16th WOOD Conference

Cape Town, South Africa
23th February
9.00–17.00
Hybrid Joining Option

Event Information

We are delighted to invite you to the 16th Annual Wood Conference, an unparalleled gathering of industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries dedicated to advancing timber construction and sustainable development in sub-Saharan Africa. 

Celebrating timber, innovation and expertise — connecting South Africa and the world.

Cape Town, South Africa
23th February 2027
9.00 - 17.00
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About the Wood Conference

The Wood Conference is aimed at a specialist audience from the fields of architecture, engineering, timber construction, carpentry, planning, interior design, schools and their students, as well as investors and the public sector. The organizers want to convey ideas and inspiration in sustainable, green and energy-efficient construction with wood, both in the high-end and low-price segment. Participants will not only be shown timber construction solutions, but will also be provided with architectural, urban planning, technological and scientific background information. 

The involvement of South African speakers will institutionalize this networking event.

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News

15 years Wood Conference South Africa

15 years Wood Conference South Africa

The anniversary event confirms the importance of the development of timber construction in South Africa

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Anniversary edition - The 15th Wood Conference

Anniversary edition - The 15th Wood Conference

The countdown is on: The time is just a few days away. On 24 February, you can look forward to an exceptional programme…

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Outlook: 15th Wood Conference

Outlook: 15th Wood Conference

On 24 February 2026, we will celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Wood Conference in Cape Town. What began in 2010 as a…

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Impressions

What Our Guests Are Saying

The Wood Conference unites experts from architecture, engineering, timber construction, and more, along with students and investors. Hear from past attendees as they share their experiences, insights, and the impact of being part of this inspiring event.

Good day Zaida, thank you again for the wonderful conference you and your team presented! I really enjoyed the whole day and all the speakers.
- Johan van der Watt
Dear Zaida,
Thanks once again for all your hard work in organising such a high-quality event which was of international standard.
It was especially pleasing to see how many young professionals & students were in attendance.
It speaks volumes of the interest in including wood as a viable & cost-effective material in traditional construction.
We need to change our traditional way of thinking and start embracing alternative solutions.
- Japie - JG KEMP ARCHITECTS
Dear Zaida
Many thanks for your hard work. This has been one of the best Wood Conferences that I have physically attended through all the years. WELL, done!!! Kindest regards
- Tertius Smit
Thank you very much for hosting us. It was a wonderful experience that I thoroughly enjoyed! I met a lot of interesting people.
- Christian Greyling
Thank you, Zaida.
The conference was most interesting and entertaining, always learning something new about the use of wood!
Thank you to the team that made it possible!
Looking forward to next year’s 13th Wood Conference!
- Lillian Linares
Thanks Zaida, it was fantastic, as usual Kind regards,
- Smaragda Thalassinos
Many thanks.
I miss not being there in person, but thoroughly enjoyed the online version! Thank you for an awesome even(s), looking forward to being there next year Warm greetings
- Paul C Boshoff - Architect