Author Archives: markripley

New chair design

This design develops a ladder back carver which features on the case studies side bar to the chairs page on the main website. This is a laminated slat back version which is higher and gives more lumbar support. It is part of a collection of pieces I am making for an exhibition with the Hampshire …

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Recommended makers

I have contacted a number of furniture making friends in central Southern England who I can refer people to. They are all excellent designer makers who would be happy to hear from you if you have an enquiry. They are:- www.philipkoomen.co.uk www.colinnorgate.co.uk chrisrand@gmx.com www.brendandevitt-spooner.co.uk www.adfurniture.co.uk  

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Teaching and new work

I am now in my second full week of teaching down in Lyme Regis. As I am no longer able to take on new commissions, I am drawing up a shortlist of makers prepared to do work for new and existing clients. I will post this in a week or so but also will be …

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HolyBrook

    This piece was commissioned for a new art gallery in Reading on the top floor of the public library. It is called HolyBrook after the stream that now runs mostly underground through the town centre. The bench is designed to look like a bridge and is made of English Ash. It was completed …

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