Introduction to Furniture Design and Crafting by a Master Woodworker

Introduction to Furniture Design and Crafting by a Master Woodworker

Class | FULL

2124 West Bowen Blvd Fayetteville, AR 72703 United States
Furniture Studio
Open to OLLI Members & Non-OLLI Members
Friday, May 8, 2026 (one day)
10:00 AM-12:00 PM on Fri
$40.00
$25.00

Introduction to Furniture Design and Crafting by a Master Woodworker

Class | FULL

Visit the studio of master woodworker Matt Buell. Observe as he takes you through the various steps needed to convert raw material into finely crafted furniture. Buell’s unique designs feature sensible, fluid lines that flow naturally, creating a warm and organic aesthetic. Although eclectic at heart, many of his works have been characterized as mid-century modern with a subtly traditional undercurrent. Clients proudly display his works in homes, businesses, and municipal buildings such as the Fayetteville, Arkansas City Council Chambers. Buell has also been commissioned by large import companies as a freelance furniture designer, some of which you have probably seen in well-known larger chain stores.

  • This program will meet in person at MBuell Studio, located at 2124 W Bowen Blvd, Fayetteville, AR 72703. Please read your class reminder email for the exact room location.

    Class changes occasionally happen; please watch for (and read) announcements or emails from OLLI regarding your class.

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    MBuell Studio

Buell, Matthew
Matthew Buell

Since Matthew Buell founded the studio, he has become a widely respected contributor to the woodworking community.
Beyond fabricating furniture, he has been a guest panelist and featured speaker at some of the largest woodworking
conventions in North America, taught seminars on template routing, hosted national woodworking competitions, and
recipient of the 'Top 40 under the age of 40' award in 2016.