Furniture Design with Bob Dylan in Mind
The sky is the limit when it comes to woodworking techniques. There are makers out there, wizards of all sorts of joinery, marquetry, veneering… The … Read more
The sky is the limit when it comes to woodworking techniques. There are makers out there, wizards of all sorts of joinery, marquetry, veneering… The … Read more
How many things you own aren’t produced on a mass scale? I was in the car this morning thinking about cars and how car choice … Read more
Is handmade furniture sustainable? Trying to navigate the sustainability of Australian, New Zealand and international timbers is like trying to choose a suitable political party. … Read more
After slow, sporadic beginnings, coupled with long and extended absences, meditating has slowly entrenched itself to become a vital aspect of my life. Now, it … Read more
I’ve taken an interest in carving. The rawness, the tool marks and the expression of meaningful ideas are what captivates me. The process is fresh … Read more
Why is there still a place in the world for the hand-cut dovetail joints, given there are means to cut a joint that will prove … Read more
On a recent trip to South East Asia, I was struck by the abundance of meaningful symbols adorning everyday objects. In an unpretentious way, … Read more
Merry Christmas and welcome to the Lloyd Brooke Furniture Blog. The idea here is to share completed bespoke furniture projects, a little thought on craft … Read more