Lessons Learned
There's more to being a successful furniture maker than simply a talent for handwork and a strong work ethic. Here are some valuable lessons I learned from Michael.

Design Is Key
High-end furniture is all about design. Given the right tools, materials and adequate instruction, anyone with the inclination to build a piece of furniture can do so. Aside from the size of Michael's shop, it looked very much like that of any woodworker—he used the same tools and materials to which we all have access. It's his unique designs and creative building process that separate him from the rest. Designing furniture with your own indelible mark is imperative.