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James Dabell's cabinet made at marc fish

View some of the stunning student work produced at robinson house studio.

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Testimonials

Prior to my time at robinson house studio I had worked as a carpenter both on site and in a workshop. I realised I wanted to pursue making bespoke fine furniture and felt that a course with Marc at the studio offered in-depth cabinet making tuition as well as the opportunity to explore design. It certainly proved to be an exciting environment to be a part of, with emphasis on contemporary design and the use of innovative new materials and techniques.
Luke Olney
During my time at Robinson house studio I learnt how to combine traditional making techniques with modern design.
Dan Ryder Cook
Having left school to join the creative industry, I wasn’t sure where to start. After researching areas, I was interested in I found that Marc’s courses and ‘robinson house studio’ were exactly what I was looking for as I wanted to explore various elements of design within the industry. When I found Marc’s course online we had a long chat about what I can achieve within the course, what his work entails, his design philosophy and teaching method. It was an easy choice after that to sig… Read more
Christian Watson
I followed Marc’s 12 week course and am delighted with what I learned and achieved. Marc is an excellent teacher. He is thorough and patient and adapts his advice well to the ability and confidence of each and every student.
Duncan White
My year course at Robinson House Studio has been a very valuable experience thanks to the high quality learning environment that Marc Fish offers to his students. Marc adapts his teaching to each individual according to their skills and confidence, taking care of our progress with infinite patience. I found Marc’s passionate approach to furniture design & making a vibrant artistic echo to explore my own creative expectations, and to turn my design ideas into consistent furniture pieces. I apprec… Read more
Thibaut Degenne
Having worked in Software Engineering for a lifetime, I wanted to develop practical skills with tangible results and hopefully make something I could be proud of. The course has provided me with an insight into the exacting standards necessary to create fine furniture and is equipping me with the key skills. I have particularly enjoyed Marc’s enthusiasm for the design elements, his encouragement to challenge traditional design and to be open to a breadth of inputs/influences.
Gordon White

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Beach Road, Newhaven,
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STUDIO SAFARI: Sun 28 June Meet the Makers that sh STUDIO SAFARI: Sun 28 June
Meet the Makers that shape Sussex! organised by @themakersdirectory 
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You will go behind the scenes with four incredible makers - Tanya Gomez, Barnaby Ash and Dru Plumb, and Marc Fish (our school founder and artist)

This immersive, small-group experience will take you straight into rarely opened workshops of some of the region’s most talented craftspeople. Spaces are limited to only eight guests so book early!
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The first stop will be to the edge of Lewes to meet celebrated ceramist Tanya Gomez, renowned for her porcelain vessels in her signature lustrous colours.

Then we will head into the Sussex countryside to visit the award winning woodcarving duo Barnaby and Dru, aka Ash & Plumb, knee-deep in wood shavings in the beautiful former dairy where they work.

In the afternoon, the Safari will head to the industrial landscape of Newhaven to speak to internationally renowned furniture maker Marc Fish and hear about how he has developed cutting-edge techniques in his extraordinary craft.

You will be joined by your guide Corina - founder of The Makers Directory
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“All the makers were so generous with their time and knowledge; it felt like a real privilege to be welcomed into their world.”

These curated journeys offer something you won’t find anywhere else: real conversations with real makers in the spaces where their work comes to life. Only a few spaces left !! book on via The Makers Directory website LINK https://www.themakersdirectory.co.uk/studio-safaris/store/p/sun-28-june
A beautifully crafted box made here at Robinson Ho A beautifully crafted box made here at Robinson House Studio Furniture School by our full-time student, George @j2.furniture 
Before enrolling at the school, George completed a Foundation Degree in Furniture Design & Making. He chose to join our 50-week course to refine the quality of his craftsmanship and further develop his passion for the art of fine furniture making.
This box is made from burr American black walnut and is fitted with stainless steel hinges and a suede-lined base. #woodenbox #jewerybox #craftsmanship #woodartist
Great Opportunity internship at Marc Fish studio f Great Opportunity internship at Marc Fish studio for 3 months based in the South of England. Gain hands-on experience within a working studio, specialising in veneer lamination techniques and pushing the boundaries in contemporary furniture and lighting design. Be inspired and make the next step. Send your CV and portfolio for consideration to Info@marcfish.co.uk
A look back at the amazing bookcase made here at t A look back at the amazing bookcase made here at the furniture school by our graduate James @stanbridgej_maker 
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The bookcase is made using Oak veneers with a flexi ply substrate with laminated oak lippings. 
#woodworkerlife #furniture #bookcase #furnituredesign
We are delighted to welcome @audreyfasquelle to ou We are delighted to welcome @audreyfasquelle to our school in May for a one day course in the art of marquetry. Audrey is a highly experienced craftsperson and recognised as a master furniture maker for her beautiful marquetry work by the Furniture Makers Company. This is a great opportunity to learn from best ! Come and spend a day learning this beautiful craft. 

Date; Wednesday 27th May 
Cost : £195 all materials included 

#marquetry #furniture #making #course #craft
A look back and some of the amazing work designed A look back and some of the amazing work designed and made here at RHS furniture school @robinsonhousestudio 
This project was made by @bellinafiorelli #furnituredesign #drinkscabinet #woodworking #furniture
Bench space available in a furniture making worksh Bench space available in a furniture making workshop.
Located in Newhaven near Brighton.
Price from £175 a week depending on duration and needs. Space size is approximately 3m x 2.5m
With training, you have access to lots of different machines (see all pictures).
Machines in the workshop include 2 large panel table saws. Spindle moulder. 2 bandsaws. 3 router tables. Vacuum veneer press. Pillar drill. Engineering lathe. Milling machine. 2 planner thicknesses. Wide belt thickness sander. Edge sander. CNC router. Laser Cutter. Spray booth. Email: info@marcfish.co.uk
Conchiolin Console Table designed by @philberczuk. Conchiolin Console Table designed by @philberczuk.design 

Rhythmic layered forms hand sculpted from over 140 layers of micro-laminated smoked oak veneer delicately balanced across two asymmetrical components.

Material: Smoked Oak
Dimensions: (H) 770 mm, (W): 1490 mm, (D): 240 mm

Smoked Oak veneers: @nantwich_veneers

#robinsonhousestudio #cabinetmaking #collectabledesign #furnituredesign #design #furniture #woodwork #sculpture #art
Beautiful kumiko cabinet made by one of our studen Beautiful kumiko cabinet made by one of our students Jack Baldwin. The swooping detail on the front of the doors really 
makes this extra special. Well done Jack great work 👏

Images: @simoneldon 

#design #furniture  #make #wood
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