Influential Designers

Michael Burns had a tremendous impact on woodworking as an instructor at the Krenov School in Fort Bragg

Silas Kopf has done a number of marquetry self-portraits in furniture. In these two, he's taking a rather claustrophobic view of the world.

A look at the cabinet on stand, the furniture type most associated with James Krenov, from the director of the school that bears his name.

Looking back at the furniture and philosophy of Jere Osgood, who died Oct. 10, 2023.

Designing vs. building, the creative vs. the practical—there are two distinct aspects to building furniture, and simply because you have technical skill doesn’t mean you naturally have a talent for design

Ever since Fine Woodworking was founded 40 years ago, we’ve been a place where a diverse group of woodworkers share their knowledge. We’ve welcomed all points of view, even conflicting…

Three experts share their best tips for finding and using these natural wonders

A chest designed with deference and difference

A pair of router jigs ensure precise friction-fit joints at the corners of the chest.

A simple recipe for reproducing this classic furniture style's finish