About
Josie Woodworks is a design and fabrication studio operating from a small workshop on a little homestead by a river.
A queer mix of minimalism and play with an emphasis on hands-on design.
My design process places importance on representation and accessibility, with the LGBTQIA+, and neurodiverse communities being at the center of my focus.
My business ethos is rooted in sustainability and intention. Every design choice is assessed from a strict philosophy rooted in creating lasting products with minimal negative impact on the earth. The only plastic you'll find here is resin inlay work, and in that regard I am working on finding an alternative.
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Hand tool woodworking is my foundation. Preparing lumber, cutting joinery, and carving designs by hand, but I’m not one to fall behind. Being a former programmer and digital designer I have access to modern design tools, a CNC machine, and robotics knowledge, allowing me to modernise the craft while still understanding it’s roots.
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Experimenting with shape and texture allows me to keep my design process dynamic and ever-changing. I don’t stick to one design for very long and I don’t form attachments to techniques.