From TV production to chisels and hand planes — for Oskar Boström, the journey has been as natural as it has been unexpected. Today, he runs a carpentry business and is one of Sweden’s most influential woodworking creators online. Every day, thousands of followers tune in to watch the progress of his own home, known simply as House on the hill. But behind every perfectly fitted moulding and every thoughtful detail lies a clear philosophy: build for the long run, build sustainably, and choose the right timber.

As Europe’s security landscape shifts and preparedness rises on the political agenda, one sector is increasingly highlighted as strategic: the forest industry. With domestic raw materials and production spread across the entire country, the wood industry plays a vital role in strengthening both Swedish and European resilience.