Furniture Maker's Notebook

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Custom and Handcrafted

The Custom Design Process

Determine if the Custom Process is Right for You Custom made furniture means that you are purchasing a one of a kind piece of heirloom quality furniture that was designed and made specifical...

Tips for Crafting Commercial Furniture

If you’re an entrepreneur living your life’s passion, you’re probably living this wry observation from Pablo Picasso: “It is your work in life that is the ultimate seduction.” A large part of th...

T.Y. Fine Furniture: Enso Collection

Our furniture collections reflect the versatile and eclectic tastes of master woodworker, Tarik Yousef. Modern Mid-Century, Japanese Edo period, Mission/Shaker influences and original contemporar...

Fathers of American Furniture Making (Part 2)

“The work is not about me, it’s about the tree, it’s about nature” –George Nakashima Today’s blog is the second in my series focusing on the master furniture builders: Sam Maloof, George Nakas...

What Factors Drive Up Custom Design Costs?

Many design variables make custom furniture cost more than mass-produced furniture. Clients find it helpful to understand what some of these variables are. Related ReadingLearn more about custo...

Mid-Century, Danish Modern Furniture

Original Eames Cahir The Danish Modern or Mid Century furniture movement period which extended from the mid 1940’s up through the mid 1960’s is known for clean, minimal lines, functionality and af...