A dream starts from zero

Start From Zero was born more than 20 years ago, when Dom – who was best known at the time for his street art – set up the studio to create stickers and posters. His love for woodwork gradually took over, however, and he soon dedicated himself to creating remarkable objects using recycled wood.

“Working with wood is always inspiring,” says Dom. “I enjoy being able to start from scratch and turning them into useful items.”

He is particularly fond of working with used timber, which he sees as being full of untapped potential. However, upcycling pre-loved materials has its challenges.

“While each piece of recycled wood is unique and free of charge, processing it is often painstaking, and involves removing old nails, polishing and more.”

Still, Dom believes the effort is worth it: “Once the wood is treated properly, used vintage wood is actually more stable and less prone to bending or distortion.”

While you can find recycled wood freely on the street, every piece of wood is valuable in terms of its unique grain and look, which is why Dom has formed such a passion for preserving them. “Upcycling can help raise consumers' awareness on the value of the material and learn to appreciate them on another level,” he says.

Dom’s innovative spirit has earned him international acclaim, and over the years he has been invited to exhibit his work in Taiwan, South Korea, Australia, and Denmark. “I am glad that our creations have allowed my team and I to get the chance to travel the world and broaden our horizons,” he says.