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More than 70 examples of contemporary chair design worldwide. Chairs by top world designers and by up-and-coming designers are spotlighted. Chairs that knock down, stack in imaginative ways, chairs impossible to imagine before computer-aided design, and even chairs that push the traditional concept of utility are all presented. Includes concept drawings, manufacturing details, and insights into the creative process in the designers' own words.
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This book is like taking a design school woodworking class - one that's jargon-free, interesting, and teaches all the skills needed to build fine, beautiful furniture at a fraction of the price. Step-by-step instructions will teach aspiring woodworkers all of the fundamentals, like choosing lumber, using hand and power tools, and creating precision joints that last a lifetime. Ten projects put acquired skills to the test, beginning with a simple oak stool and progressing to a more challenging oak wardrobe. Color photos leave nothing to the imagination and clear writing makes even the most complex techniques easy to understand.
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What's the most cherished piece of furniture in the home? It's usually the one that's been passed down generations and loved for its durability, craftsmanship and beauty. Now any woodworker can build a handsome heirloom that will be appreciated for years to come with these 21 projects hand-picked from the archives of Woodworker's Journal. From a Colonial cupboard and Shaker mirror to a memorial flag case and cherry gun cabinet, each project includes exploded drawings, step-by-step photos, tips & techniques to create an instant family treasure.
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Selected from the pages of Woodworker's Journal, these projects for classic tables are appropriate for beginner to intermediate woodworkers. Designs include a Shaker sewing stand, a butcher block kitchen island, a graceful cherry tea table, a trestle dining table, and a coffee table designed to display a collection of objects. The projects come with detailed instructions and color photos, exploded drawings, lists of required materials, and complete finishing options.
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This fully updated 2nd edition is a must-have book for anyone shopping for residential furniture. Packed with facts, insider tips, and shopping strategies, author Len Lewin explains exactly what to look for to recognize the quality of a piece of furniture, what manufacturers are considered top flight and which are middle class, and how to know if youre getting your furniture at a fair price. Youll learn about: - distinguishing a real sales price from an everyday price - knowing which manufacturers are truly top-drawer - deciphering the Sunday newspaper furniture ads - finding the cant miss furniture stores near you - making the right choices when selecting wood, upholstery, or leather furniture - how to work with a designer or decorator After reading this book, youll know exactly what you need to know in order to buy good, stylish furniture at a fair price, and youll never again be unprepared when you enter your local furniture store. Become a smart furniture shopped, and protect yourself from being taken advantage of!
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No project has more universal appeal among woodworkers at every skill level than the blanket chest. Its a simple form essentially a large box with a lid and yet it can be complex, elaborate, and intricately detailed. This collection of 30 original designs by artisans from around the globe illustrates the versatility of the chest, one of the oldest forms of furniture. The book opens with an overview of chest-building techniques; following are the chests, each of which features design and construction details, working drawings, and technical details of the more challenging pieces. Chests range from traditional to contemporary and offer inspiration to woodworkers and furniture makers of all skill levels. Approximately 200 photos and 50 drawings illustrate these designs.