Architect Richard Meier's Getty Center in Los Angeles installed Oregon Lumber Worthwood Hemlock end-grain wood block flooring in the Art Restoration department for its durability and unique appearance. Worthwood is a warm, natural material with a unique texture. Every block is different, the end grain character and variety combining to present a smooth, non-repeating texture. Age improves Worthwood, which is polished to a soft patina with normal foot traffic.