"My work is shaped as much on a workshop floor as it is at a desk. When I'm not in my studio, I often find myself in a fabricator's workshop working hand-in-hand with artisans and makers."
"Most designers who care about furniture know about High Point, North Carolina- the trade-show circuit, the showrooms, its history as the furniture capital of the country. But back when I was a kid, we grew up knowing Grand Rapids as 'Furniture City.'"
"At its peak, a significant portion of Grand Rapids's population was involved in making furniture in some capacity: carving, upholstering, and manufacturing, which contributed to a strong local identity and pride."
Design work is influenced by hands-on experiences in workshops alongside artisans in West Michigan. The move from California to Michigan was motivated by a desire for nature and access to local craft. The legacy of Grand Rapids as 'Furniture City' is rooted in its history of timber supply and furniture manufacturing, with notable companies like Steelcase and Herman Miller contributing to local pride and community identity. The author reflects on the importance of this heritage in shaping their design philosophy.
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