CHIPPENDALE SCHOOL SHOWCASE
Graduate Exhibition 2025
This year marked a major milestone as we celebrated the 40th Chippendale Graduate Exhibition! This annual event showcased the hard work and creativity of our Professional Course students, developed over nine intensive months. The exhibition featured stunning furniture and objects, all designed and handcrafted by 30 talented students from around the world.
We were delighted to welcome back North Berwick’s Steampunk Coffee and to host The Big Blu Artisan Pizza from Dunbar for the first time, keeping guests fuelled with delicious coffee, cakes, and pizza as they explored the collection.
If you weren’t able to attend, you can still explore the students’ fine furniture designs below or on our Instagram.
Students of the 2025 Graduate Exhibition
If you couldn’t make it to the 2025 Exhibition, you can view the designs that were on display from our 30 Week Course students below.
Group 1 – Andrew’s Group
A showcase of outstanding fine furniture designs from:
- Aiden Devers @blackburlfurniture
- Andy Sams @_studio_sams
- Nahe Beatty @hale.o.nahe
- Ryan Jones @rhjonesinterior
- Scott Kübel-Wilsdorf @zumbaum.workshop
Group 2 – Len’s Group
A showcase of outstanding fine furniture designs from:
- Andy Boswell @spiritfurniture.scot
- Chase Stringer @stringer180
- Jeremy Hollister @korrom_projects
- Marie Meiser @_mariiie.m_
- Matt Kealey @matthewkealeyfurniture
Group 3 – Graham’s Group
A showcase of outstanding fine furniture designs from:
- Ari Welter @ariadnewelter_
- Dan Higgins @higgins_bespoke_furniture
- Henry French @henryfrenchfurniture
- Mari Minsaas @marifaren
- Paul Custance @arthurmargoatelier
Group 4 – James’ Group
A showcase of outstanding fine furniture designs from:
- Aaron Meister @dino.furniture.dino
- Dave Cathro @furniture_by_cathro
- Euan Craig @wolfandwoodsmanstudio
- Marine Fourdrinier @marinefourdrinier62
- Ulli Kristjonsson @montag.made
Group 4 – Ben’s Group
A showcase of outstanding fine furniture designs from:
- Dom Grasso @domgrassofurnituredesign
- Elle Baines @verb_furniture
- Jorge Martinez-Martin @jemmfurniture
- James Gascoigne @thecabinetoffice
- Lughan Carr @lughan_carr_furniture
Group 6 – Matty’s Group
A showcase of outstanding fine furniture designs from:
- Ellie Hylland @lagedesign
- Gary Dunham @hillhomefurniture
- Gavin Forsyth @forsyth_furniture
- Rhys Valere @woodwork_by_valere
- Richard Atack @pegasusworkshop
Testimonials
9 months goes by pretty quickly! I have made many friends for life and learned skills that would be more difficult to gain elsewhere, as well as a lot of practical knowledge in woodworking skills and business.
I’ve really enjoyed my experience at the Chippendale School. The Professional course takes commitment and focus, as we are learning about a huge range of woodworking and design skills within a nine-month period.
We have a lot of creative freedom here and we have round-the-clock support from our woodworking tutors. It’s great to be following a path that makes me feel fulfilled – every day I go home happy.
We have a lot of creative freedom here and we have round-the-clock support from our woodworking tutors. It’s great to be following a path that makes me feel fulfilled – every day I go home happy.
My grandfather inspired me to become a furniture maker. I used to help him with his woodworking projects when I was a kid, and since then I’ve wanted to make this my career.
At the Chippendale School I’ve particularly enjoyed the design elements of the course. Although I had worked with wood before, I didn’t know how to design a project from scratch. We have worked with a drawing tutor who has shown us how to design things. After I graduate, I want to start my own furniture business back in the States.
At the Chippendale School I’ve particularly enjoyed the design elements of the course. Although I had worked with wood before, I didn’t know how to design a project from scratch. We have worked with a drawing tutor who has shown us how to design things. After I graduate, I want to start my own furniture business back in the States.
With no prior experience, I truly wasn’t certain how the course would go: leaving my career and moving to Scotland for the year was a huge leap of faith. But I deeply believe that with no risks, you get no magic. I took a big risk and received so much magic in return.
Count the cost. Take the risk as the potential rewards are massive but know the reality of what you’re doing. Success won’t be immediate or certain, but you will gain confidence, learn so much about yourself, and be welcomed into the most fun and supportive community of woodworkers.
It was an adventurous experience for me which has opened up a new world of opportunity. I made good friends, met great tutors and used the best machinery in the best environment!
The past nine months have been fantastic and intense in all sorts of ways. The greatest advantage of being in the full-time course environment was having access to the incredibly wide-ranging knowledge of all the tutors. This made every day an opportunity to ask as many questions as I could and absorb as much information as possible.
My experience at the Chippendale school was excellent. I have left feeling confident to make essentially anything out of wood. If you are looking to elevate your abilities to the utmost professional standards, this is a fantastic option.
Studying at the Chippendale School has been an intense and enjoyable learning experience. I have gained a wealth of new skills and knowledge in a highly encouraging and creative environment.
ARRANGE A VISIT
If you are looking to embark on a career change or you have an interest in the art of woodworking and furniture design, get in touch and arrange a visit.
Find Out More About Our Courses
30 WEEK COURSE
Our professional course is ideal for those looking to pursue a career in fine furniture design and making. With 30 students, starting each year in October, taught by an in-house team of tutors and a range of visiting experts.
10 WEEK COURSE
This intermediate course is the right choice for those looking to advance their existing skillset. With a syllabus that consists of a series of set projects, each packed with learning outcomes, the course is intensive and intimate with only 8 students to 3 tutors.
4 WEEK COURSE
This course is for those who wish to come and design and make a piece of furniture. With a maximum of 4 students, these courses are popular with hobbyists and fill up fast. The complexity of the design will be dictated by the individual student’s level of experience.
1 WEEK COURSE
Ideal for beginners, the introductory course covers a wide range of woodworking fundamentals. This is great way to get a taste of the teaching environment at Chippendale and is a popular choice for those interested in the 30-week professional course. Other 1-week courses include wood bending techniques, upholstery and restoration.
WEEKEND COURSES