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Behind the doors of Scotland’s incubation hub for top furniture making talent

Does staying on after graduating and working alongside professionals to help you get your feet off the ground sound like a dream come true? It does for many of those who are about to venture into the world of work and this option is especially attractive when you are establishing yourself as a qualified furniture maker. 
 
At the Chippendale School we have a special incubation hub, Myreside Studios, for anyone who has graduated from the Professional Course, so that newly qualified makers can start out with minimal overheads whilst enjoying the support of our world-class tutors.

Celebrating women in woodworking

Following International Women’s Day 2021 which took place earlier this month, we are celebrating the women of the woodworking world and encouraging any women thinking of getting into furniture making to take the plunge! 

Preserving the craft of furniture restoration

In this blog, Chippendale School Principal Tom Fraser spoke with design writer, presenter and industry consultant Roddy Clarke about why restoration is a craft worth preserving.  

How bespoke woodwork could add value to your home

If you are thinking of moving home anytime in the future, naturally you will want to ensure that you are adding as much value as possible to your house price before you move out. 

There are countless options for home improvements that will add value to your home, and many of them involve adding an element of bespoke woodwork across your interiors. From handcrafted kitchens to accentuating period features, high-quality woodwork and cabinetry can be integral to boosting your home’s value. 

How WFH is shaping our home design and furniture choices

2020 has the been the year that bulldozed us with a series of challenges which have affected how we live, work and play. 2021 promises a vaccinated world, yet society looks set to remain influenced by the impact of this global pandemic. But what will that world look like? In this blog, Tom Fraser, Chippendale School Principal considers how the rise of working from home (WFH) is shaping the design of our homes. 

Relaunching the Fine Furniture Guild

The Fine Furniture Guild was established in 2017 by Chippendale School founder Anselm Fraser, to celebrate its alumni and help connect fine furniture makers with consumers. We have been working hard on developing a new look and feel for the Guild in our 35^th anniversary year and are excited to announce the launch of our new website: www.finefurnitureguild.com.