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Practical articles on bespoke furniture design, joinery, CAD drawing, and the business of making things well. Written from experience in the studio and on projects globally.
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Shop Drawings vs Design Drawings: What's the Difference?
Design drawings show what to build; shop drawings show exactly how to build and install it. A plain-English guide for UK contractors — and why shaded SolidWorks shop drawings matter on site.
Read Article → BusinessHow Precision CAD Drawings Save Money on Bespoke Furniture & Joinery Projects
Understand how investing in precise CAD drawings before manufacture eliminates costly rework, reduces material waste, and protects profit margins on bespoke projects.
Read Article → IndustryWhy Furniture Makers Are Outsourcing CAD Design (And Why It Works)
Over 65% of furniture and joinery businesses now outsource some or all of their CAD design work. We explain the economics, the benefits, and how to make it work.
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