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As you learn about our wood furniture, you’ll notice that each piece is constructed with joinery that best suits its material, design and function.
Chinese joinery
Many pieces in our Asian-inspired collections use ancient Chinese joinery techniques, which were originally used so that furniture could be easily disassembled. These intricate designs use a complex system that eliminates the need for nails or screws, without sacrificing durability. This results in pieces that honor the traditions that inspired them, built to look beautiful from every angle.
Dovetail joinery
Dovetail joinery is used to create a tight interlocking joint. The feather-like look is a sign of high-quality workmanship and creates an interesting detail on exposed corners.
Mortise-and-tenon joinery
Used to create strong joints without interrupting the design, mortise-and-tenon joinery has been used for centuries in fine furniture making. This joinery is often used on pieces that experience heavy use, such as chairs and dressers.
 
Chinese joinery
Mortise-and-tenon joinery
Dovetail joinery
     
 
   
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