Re:claimed Book
Four decades of watching wood change. One year of writing it down.
- £35.00
- Imprint: Ebury Press
- ISBN: 9781529197402
- Length: 100 Pages
- Dimensions: 229mm x 324mm
Description
Our first book in over 25 years, Re is a quiet reflection on where we began, the projects that shaped us, and the philosophy behind Re:claimed. Created slowly over the course of a year, it explores reclaimed and responsibly harvested wood through thoughtful writing, striking imagery, and a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, patina, and materials shaped by time. More than a book about wood, Re is an invitation to see materials — and the world around us — differently. Rooted in renewal, slow design, and conscious creation, it offers inspiration for designers, architects, and anyone drawn to spaces with soul and intention.
For those who believe the materials they choose carry memory
Printed on uncoated stock, at a scale that honours the grain.
Robert Henry
The Art of Slow Design—In The Workshop
About The Author
Robert Henry is the founder of Re:claimed and a leading voice in sustainable design and material innovation. With a deep appreciation for wood’s history, character, and potential, his work is rooted in craftsmanship, storytelling, and the philosophy of conscious creation. Shaped by more than four decades working closely with antique oak and the nuanced development of patina, his perspective reflects a lifetime spent observing how timber matures, settles, and reveals its quiet depth over time.
This book is an extension of that vision—both a personal reflection and a wider exploration of the intersection of heritage, design, and sustainability.
Published by Re:claimed
Our Philosophy
Time shapes wood as it shapes us—layer by layer, story by story.
Each grain and imperfection tells a tale of resilience, a past that
lingers beneath the surface.