Greene & Greene-Style Bookcase
Create a show-stopping Greene and Greene-style bookcase with this detailed woodworking plan. Features traditional joinery, cloud-lift details, and ebony accents.
Bring timeless Arts and Crafts style into your home with this Greene and Greene Bookcase woodworking plan. Inspired by the iconic designs of Charles and Henry Greene, this elegant project combines bold visual details with traditional craftsmanship. Whether you're an experienced woodworker or looking for a meaningful challenge, this piece offers an incredibly rewarding build that’s sure to become a centerpiece in any room.
This bookcase features signature Greene and Greene design elements, including offset surfaces, gentle curves, and contrasting accents. The eye-catching “cloud-lift” door frames and carefully placed ebony plugs and splines add authenticity and style. These classic touches pay homage to the original Greene brothers furniture while allowing room for your personal interpretation.
The construction process is rich with time-honored joinery that highlights your craftsmanship. From box-jointed drawers to the breadboard ends on the top panel, every joint contributes both strength and character to the design. We’ve chosen mahogany — the traditional wood for Greene and Greene furniture — for this project, but it also looks stunning in cherry, walnut, or other hardwoods of your choice.
More than just a bookcase, this is a masterful woodworking project that celebrates fine detail, traditional techniques, and historic design. If you’re ready to build a piece that showcases your skill and makes a lasting impression, this Greene and Greene-style bookcase plan is the perfect place to start.
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What You Get:
- 19 printable (digital) pages of step-by-step instructions
- Over 150 full-color photos and illustrations and exploded views
- Cutting diagram and materials list
- Retail sources for hardware and supplies
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