Do you remember the last time you made something from wood just purely for fun? The type of woodworker you decide to be is defined by the things you choose to make. So while building fine furniture, and framing houses, and making cabinetry is important— it can become just another job. Bringing a sense of playfulness to these type of tasks is not impossible, but it’s a little more challenging.

Here’s five inspiring examples of lighting fixtures where wood was the key material.

Even when your work is as stunning and complex as the “Erosion I Low Table”—it is the tried and trusted techniques that help you achieve your end result.

When you come across a woodworker that is artistic, creative, and produces top level work like Ariele Alasko—stop and take the chance to learn.

For woodworkers there’s nothing like admiring beautifully executed joinery. Here are six details that are well worth a look.

Clean lines. Beautiful walnut grain. Sculpted base. If you want to see beautifully executed design and woodwork, then check out this "Market Sideboard" by Siosi Design.

Farraige (the Irish word for "Sea") is the inspiration behind this stunning piece by Irish Furniture designer John Lee.

This period home in Dublin received a beautiful plywood addition.

CNC machines can be brilliant for certain functions and projects. Ben Uyeda used his CNC to great effect when building this stairs.