The Future of Rail Interiors: Woodflow-skin Debuts in NS Mockup

A new era for railway design is taking shape through our collaboration with NS (Nederlandse Spoorwegen) and the technical guidance of Talgo and Alstom. We have developed and installed a full-scale ceiling system using our Woodflow® technology, moving away from traditional plastics and flat panels toward a more human-centric, sustainable interior.

The project addresses the rigorous demands of the rail industry—including fire safety, durability, and moisture resistance—while offering significant weight savings. By utilizing computational design, we created an organic, fluid geometry where the shape itself provides structural stability.This not only reduces the energy required to operate the train but also enhances passenger wellbeing through the use of natural materials.  

This installation in the Netherlands serves as a real-world proof of concept for circularity in transport. Designed for a reversible and efficient installation, these panels are built for a long lifecycle and can be repurposed at their end of life. This milestone brings us one step closer to certifying Woodflow as a standard material for the global rolling stock industry.

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