This is one of four Furniture program courses focused on specialized craft-based skill development. We consider the cabinet as both a functional and conceptual object. Building on the skills learned in Furniture Fundamentals (FURNT-1000) students will gain a deeper understanding of the design process and more advanced technical woodworking skills.

Techniques covered in this course include carcass and drawer construction, specialized joinery techniques, and the design and use of cabinet hardware such as hinges, pulls, and latches. Fundamental wood science and sustainability issues will also be covered. Students will be expected to obtain, tune and master a range of hand tools (e.g. chisels, planes, saws, and measuring and marking tools). There will be a particular focus on the development of hand woodworking skills and understanding the history, technology, and culture of woodworking during this course.