Business Details
33 Years
experience
Custom Handmade Furniture by Furniture Masters
The Furniture Masters are a collective of over 20 artisans dedicated to preserving and advancing the tradition of fine furniture making. Founded in 1993, our mission is to cultivate appreciation for custom handmade furniture through exhibitions, educational programs, and peer-reviewed standards of excellence. Our members, spanning New England, create works ranging from traditional to contemporary styles, upholding rigorous craftsmanship criteria through juried evaluations.We maintain a year-round exhibition gallery in Concord, NH, and host annual events that showcase both established and emerging talent, including pieces from our Prison Outreach Program. Our commitment extends to mentoring future generations through hands-on education and collaborative marketing initiatives. With a focus on quality and innovation, we bridge historical techniques with modern design, ensuring the sustainability of this craft for decades to come.
Services
Custom Furniture Design
Artisan Craftsmanship
Annual Exhibitions
Educational Programs
Prison Outreach Initiatives
Peer Review Process
Gallery Displays
Mentorship Opportunities
Collaborative Marketing
Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We uphold peer-reviewed standards of design and craftsmanship established by master artisans.
- Our members have collectively preserved New England's furniture-making heritage since 1993.
- We offer direct commissioning opportunities with skilled artisans across diverse styles.
- Our educational programs and Prison Outreach initiatives cultivate new generations of makers.
- Annual exhibitions and rotating gallery displays showcase the finest in studio furniture.
Services
Custom Furniture Design
Our artisans create one-of-a-kind furniture pieces tailored to client specifications. Services include personalized consultations, material selection, and handcrafted production using traditional techniques. Ideal for homeowners and designers seeking unique, heirloom-quality pieces.
Annual Exhibitions
We host major exhibitions at venues like the Currier Museum of Art, featuring works from all members. Events include gallery openings, silent auctions, and opportunities to meet master artisans. Exhibitions rotate annually to showcase new creations.
Educational Programs
Workshops and mentorship initiatives teach traditional and modern furniture-making techniques. Programs target both aspiring professionals and hobbyists, with special emphasis on youth and prison outreach initiatives to cultivate new talent.
Peer Review Process
All member work undergoes rigorous evaluation by fellow masters and museum curators. The jury assesses design innovation, structural integrity, and craftsmanship excellence to maintain our organization's high standards.
Prison Outreach Initiatives
We provide furniture-making training to incarcerated individuals through partnerships with correctional facilities. The program develops practical skills and creative expression, with completed works showcased in annual exhibitions and auctions.
People
Ted Blachly
Master Furniture Maker
Specializes in traditional joinery techniques with over 30 years of experience creating custom cabinetry and fine furniture for private and institutional clients.
Garrett Hack
Master Craftsman
Known for blending Shaker and Arts & Crafts influences with modern functionality, offering workshops on hand-tool techniques and furniture restoration.
Michelle Hallee Wong
Emerging Artist
Focuses on sculptural furniture using sustainable materials, combining classical training with contemporary design aesthetics in her Concord studio.
Roger Myers
Master Artisan
Specializes in period-accurate reproductions and original designs inspired by 18th-century New England cabinetmakers, with works in major museum collections.
Paul DeCarlo
Invited Artist
Creates innovative hybrid pieces merging traditional woodworking with modern materials, teaching advanced joinery techniques through our educational programs.
Questions
How can I commission custom furniture from NH Furniture Masters?
Contact individual artisans directly through our 'Meet the Masters' directory for commission inquiries and personalized collaborations.
What educational programs do you offer?
We provide workshops, mentorship opportunities, and the Prison Outreach Program to train aspiring furniture makers.
How does your peer review process ensure quality?
All work undergoes jury evaluation by master artisans and museum curators using standards for design, structure, and craftsmanship.
Can I visit your exhibition gallery?
Yes, our Concord, NH gallery features rotating exhibits of member works and guest artists year-round.
How can I support your organization?
Support through donations, sponsorships, or purchasing our 30th Anniversary Book helps sustain our programs and outreach initiatives.
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