McWood Studios
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Aga Khan Museum Fatimid Oak Niches

Founded in 1977, McWood Studios is a design and fabrication shop located in a state-of-the-art facility in Toronto, Ontario. Our studio creates scenery and sets for Film, Television, and Theatre; booths and displays for tradeshows; and custom millwork for museum and art exhibits. We collaborate with designers and architects to deliver unique projects to clients across Canada and the U.S.

Project Aga Khan: Fatimid Oak Niches
Client Aga Khan Museum
Design London Atelier
Photos © McWood Studios © Aga Khan Museum

The 7 walls and niches for the Fatimids Exhibition were fabricated with birch plywood and finished with Rubio Monocoat. Our plexiglass inserts incorporated concealed LED lighting, aluminum trim and a desiccant for climate control. The largest cabinet was over 40’ long. Central plexi fixture by others.