Posts Tagged ‘fine furniture master’
Boston Design Week and AD-20/21
Just a heads up that Boston Design Week is coming to a close, and the Fort Point Cabinetmakers are having our work showcased at the AD 20/21 show at the Cyclorama in Boston. We have many pieces of our work on display, some just out of the finishing room! Join us if you have some…
Read MoreInvitation: Makers and Making, and the opening of our new shop
Yes, we have finished our move, and are ready to start making again! Join us March 27th from 6:15 to 8:30 and see the new space. But you have to register with Eventbrite by clicking here, because of the crowd we are expecting. Miguel Gomez-Ibanez, President of the North Bennet Street School and I will…
Read MoreA New Beginning
Fort Point Cabinetmakers, where I have been a Managing Partner for the last 9 years, is moving. There are eight of us, all traveling on slightly different paths, but coalescing in a supportive group of furniture makers working together to keep the craft alive and vibrant. Here is where we would normally get into the…
Read MoreYes, that is our table in back of the new Cabinet Members!
Honored to swear in our new cabinet. Ready to get to work with a great team! pic.twitter.com/CDH7G8UlzJ — Charlie Baker (@MassGovernor) January 8, 2015 This was posted by the new Massachusetts Governor, Charlie Baker. And just behind the new cabinet members is our new oval table! Nice to see it getting some exposure!
Read MoreThe Spirit House
Twelve years ago when we went to Thailand, we noticed architectural-model-sized decorated houses at almost every residence. And hotel. And public building. But what are they, we wondered. They are Spirit Houses, and while we haven’t seen any around here in Boston, we were intrigued . A Spirit House is a shrine to the protective spirit…
Read MoreHow to Seal Out the Elements for Your Outside Furniture
As the temperatures are beginning to cool down and you’re spending some time in your outdoor entertaining area, it probably has you thinking about your outdoor furniture (and if it will be able to withstand the harsh New England winter). As a furniture maker in Boston that has frequently worked with outdoor wood furniture, I…
Read MoreCreating the Smooth Edges: A Lesson in Shaping Wood Furniture
If you’re interested in commissioning a piece of furniture, I highly recommend that you take the time to learn a little about the wood furniture making process as it will best help you to determine what you are looking for. Have you ever wondered how furniture craftsmen create a perfectly smooth finish on wooden pieces?…
Read MoreEasy Ways to Keep Your Wood Furniture Safe From the Elements
The demand for outdoor living space is on the rise, and I’ve had a number of clients come to me in recent years to commission a piece of outdoor wood furniture. Not only does wood furniture help to create a timeless look in your space, but it also will last a long time if you…
Read MoreAdding the Mid-Century Feel Around Your New Piece of Custom Furniture
One of the more popular trends in furniture today is the mid-century modern style as people tend to love their fine lines and natural hues. Even with a more traditional style you can still add a retro touch to your home with mid-century modern furniture — without going overboard. Much of the wood furniture from…
Read MoreChoosing Your Wood Type: Commission Your Own Southern Treasure With Willow
There are so many different types of wood to consider when commissioning a piece of furniture, and to have a piece that you truly treasure, you owe it to yourself to explore your options. I’ve talked about the pros and cons that different wood types can offer on my design blog, and I wanted to…
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