Mumford & Wood Ltd., situated in Essex, has won the British Woodworking Federation’s (BWF) Woodworking Project of the Year Award, indicating an important turnaround for the UK wooden windows and doors industry. The accolade recognises the company’s handcrafted bespoke windows created for 1 Mayfair, one of London’s most prestigious residential developments. Sponsored by Anker Stuy Coatings, a leading supplier of industrial wood coatings and paint systems, the award highlights projects that demonstrate exceptional craftsmanship, innovative design, and technical excellence. Mumford & Wood’s work at 1 Mayfair was selected for its ability to exceed conventional expectations while sensitively responding to the architectural context of a heritage-rich location.
Judges described the 1 Mayfair project as a “standout” entry, noting how the bespoke wooden windows successfully bridge the gap between historic character and contemporary luxury. The scheme was praised for modernising heritage architecture while respecting its surroundings, effectively “creating new history” through carefully considered design and execution.
At the heart of the project was the manufacture of 646 individually crafted timber windows, each designed to meet exacting aesthetic and performance requirements. The scope included an unusually high number of curved-in-plan units, as well as windows curved both in elevation and plan. According to the judges, the scale and complexity of this work set it apart from other high-quality entries.
Matthew Blaylock, Managing Director of Mumford & Wood, described the commission as the most significant in the company’s 70-year history. He emphasised that the project represented far more than volume production, highlighting the precision, skill, and artistry required to deliver such a technically demanding specification.
Each window was handcrafted to ensure visual consistency across the façade while accommodating the structural nuances of the building. The curved units, in particular, required advanced joinery techniques and meticulous quality control, reinforcing the role of skilled craftsmanship in the high-end wooden windows and doors market. “This project was about pushing the boundaries of what heritage-sensitive joinery can achieve,” Blaylock noted, adding that industry recognition reflects the dedication and expertise of the entire manufacturing team.
Helen Hewitt, Chief Executive of the British Woodworking Federation, said the awards provide an important platform to showcase excellence across the woodworking and joinery sector. She highlighted the growing importance of innovation, sustainability, and skills development within the industry.
According to Hewitt, the 1 Mayfair project demonstrated the capability of UK manufacturers to deliver complex, large-scale timber window solutions without compromising on detail or design integrity. The judges acknowledged that while the overall quality of submissions was exceptionally high, the intricacy and volume of Mumford & Wood’s work made it exemplary.
The award was formally presented during a ceremony held on Friday 21 November at the Kimpton Fitzroy London, bringing together manufacturers, designers, and suppliers from across the woodworking and joinery industry.
For the wooden windows and doors sector, the recognition reinforces the continuing relevance of timber in premium residential developments. It also highlights the strength of British manufacturing in delivering bespoke solutions that combine traditional craftsmanship with modern performance standards—positioning companies like Mumford & Wood at the forefront of the global joinery market.
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