Growing Cattleyas/Laelias on Wood slabs...possible or no?

[peeweelovesbooks]

Hi all.

I've been toying with this idea for a while, but I 've not seen pictures of this.

I want to try and grow a cattleya or a laelia on a slab of wood ) a big slab, or a piece of free-form wood. But, not hanging, but laying on the table like a centerpiece.

Is this possible? if this is possible, how would one go about it? Would you place the plant in the middle of the slab/piece of wood, or would you place it on one end? Would you drill holes for drainage and/or root development?

I've been looking for nice free form slabs but haven't found anything perfect yet.

What type of wood would you recommend? I love teakwood but IDK???

What would be the pros and cons of doing this?

Thanks for your input....I'm really interested in responses.