Refinery

Refinery combines expertise from two radically different industries to bring an entirely new approach to the conservation of historic woodwork. Our unique partnership pairs expertise in 3D scanning, digital modelling and CNC production with conservation consultancy and highly skilled traditional hand carving and joinery. This pairing of two distinctly different practices employs digital technologies to support and elevate traditional process, rather than attempt to replace it. As a result, our unique workflow harnesses the powerful new capabilities of digital production, while fully retaining the vital authenticity of fine traditional craftsmanship. Our approach has been met with instant enthusiasm and we are now working on a number of significant conservation projects in wood. The result is a revolution in possibilities, efficiency and reliability while fully retaining the authenticity of a completely hand carved finished, produced to the highest standards of craftsmanship and underpinned by an in-depth knowledge of conservation practice.