Located on the gentle Thu Bon River, Kim Bong carpentry village, Cam Kim commune, Hoi An city, Quang Nam, is one of the long-standing traditional craft villages, closely associated with the development of the ancient town of Hoi An. This place is not only the cradle of talented artisans, but also preserves the soul of a craft that has lasted through many generations, a place to listen to wood tell stories.
A journey of more than 600 years of preserving the quintessence
Kim Bong carpentry village has a history of more than 600 years, formed from the time when Northern artisans migrated to Hoi An, bringing with them sophisticated carving techniques. The golden age of the carpentry village is associated with the bustling Hoi An trading port, when the talented hands of Kim Bong artisans participated in the construction of ancient houses, pagodas, and sailing boats, creating an indelible mark in the architecture here.
Over time, Kim Bong carpentry has not only stopped at construction, but has also developed strongly in the fields of sculpture, boat building, and furniture production. Each product is imbued with traditional culture, both sustainable and delicate in every detail.
The soul of the countryside in every grain of wood
Walking along the bamboo-shaded village roads, the chiseling and sawing sounds are like the rhythmic sounds of life. Each worker here is not simply a woodworker, but an artisan who puts his heart and soul into each product. From the house pillars, carved doors to the horizontal lacquered boards and parallel sentences, all carry within them the story of time, of values that never get old.
The wood is carefully selected from durable types such as ironwood, mahogany, rosewood, and teak. Each piece of wood is polished, carved, and crystallized into vivid works. Kim Bong sculpture art stands out with traditional Asian-style patterns, a harmony between strength and elegance, bearing the mark of the ancient land of Hoi An.
Journey to keep a job
Amidst the development of modern industry, Kim Bong carpentry also faces many challenges. The decline of traditional values, along with the scarcity of raw materials and the shortage of young workers, has put the craft village in front of a difficult problem in preservation and development.
But like tree roots firmly rooted in the ground, Kim Bong people have never given up their love for their craft. They are still tirelessly creating, both preserving the old features and innovating to suit modern trends.
Handcrafted wooden products have a traditional feel but are flexibly designed to meet the needs of domestic and international markets.
Craft villages in Mind Connector’s value ecosystem
In the journey to find a symbol of value for businesses through unique products, Mind Connector has built an ecosystem connecting traditional craft villages with businesses and brands. Kim Bong, with its long-standing cultural values, is one of the craft villages chosen to become a bridge between the past and the future.
Kim Bong’s exquisite wooden products are not simply handicrafts, but also carry a story of durability and creativity. Connecting craft villages with businesses helps create products with their own mark, not only preserving traditional identity but also enhancing brand value.ng, không chỉ giữ gìn bản sắc truyền thống mà còn nâng tầm giá trị thương hiệu.
Preserving the spirit of the profession, spreading values
Kim Bong carpentry village is not only a place name, but also a place that preserves the souls of people who have been attached to the profession for generations.
Each carving on wood, each product created is a piece of a living heritage, a value that no machine can replace.
In the changing flow of the times, Kim Bong still quietly preserves its quintessence, not only to preserve a craft village, but also to tell the story of sustainability, creativity and endless passion for the profession.
And with the support of valuable ecosystems like Mind Connector, that story will continue, reaching further, so that eternal values are not only preserved but also shine brightly in the future.
