Shop Notes & Rambles
The Rambles are the stories lived and learned over decades — the moments, the lessons, and the shop life that shaped the craft. They accumulate here, sorted by publish date. If you want the curated version, explore the Workshop Library.
Anchor Lines — The Quiet Guides Inside Every Good Design
Anchor lines are the quiet guides inside every good design — the subtle lines, shadows, and shapes that pull your eye through a room, a photograph, or a piece of furniture. Once you learn to see them, design becomes simple. The flow of a space makes sense, images feel intentional, and the geometry beneath everything finally reveals itself.