Winner of Asé Design Studio Award for Excellence in Wood at the American Craft Council Baltimore Marketplace
“The impressive body of work designed and produced by M. Jury Woodworks echoes the spirit of the Asé Design Studio Award for Excellence in Wood. Their furniture collection is cohesive and the attention to detail is readily evident at first glance. Michael and Amanda Jury’s collaborative artistry truly represents the finest in American craft and is a welcome force in the makers’ community.” —Darryl Patterson & Lawrence Moore, Asé Design Studio
About the Award
Asé Design Studio founded the Award for Excellence in Wood to honor their commitment to community empowerment and meaningful engagement. In their retail space, lotties-place.com, Asé Design Studio is intentional in their support of artisans representative of minority and/or underrepresented communities. This award is an extension of their continued commitment to support these communities, with the winner receiving a cash prize.
March 2024
Creative Crafts Council Biennial Exhibition
Second Place Wood
Strathmore Mansion, Bethesda, Maryland
July 2023
Judge’s Choice Award
2023 Bethesda Fine Arts Festival
Bethesda, Maryland May 2023
Best of Show
International Society of Furniture Makers Innovation + Design Competition
Hight Point, NC April 20 2023
#303 - May/June 2023
The Art Gallery at Congdon Yards
400 West English Rd., Suite 151, High Point, NC 27262
Hours:
April 5-21, 12:00 noon – 5:00 pm
April 22-26, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Special Events:
Opening Reception
Thursday, April 13, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm, drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
MWA428 - Michael Jury Interview
DECEMBER 10, 2022 MICHAEL JURY EPISODE 428
MWA429 - Michael Jury answers the 5 Questions
DECEMBER 17, 2022 MICHAEL JURY EPISODE 429
WOODSHOP NEWS JANUARY 2023
Best in Show from Providence
WOODSHOP NEWS EDITORS JAN 4, 2023
Woodshop news november 2022
Michael Jury wins Best in Show award at Fine Furnishings
Woodshop news editors NOV 15, 2022
Arlington Magazine November 2022
Shop Local: M. Jury Woodworks
Mike Jury's handcrafted furniture draws inspiration from Shaker and Japanese design.
M. Jury Woodworks recognized as Best in Show
Springfield, VA---November 13, 2022 – Judges at the 27th Annual Fine Furnishings Show that was held November 4-6, 2022 in Providence, RI recognized Michael Jury, principal designer and craftsman at M. Jury Woodworks Best in Show – Furniture Design for his Cherry Asa-no-ha Sideboard. The judges were Lynda Simonton, Market Editor at New England Home magazine and Rosanne Somerson, award winning furniture maker and Rhode Island School of Design President Emerita. Thousands of items were judged from over 80 artists, craftsmen and students.
The winning sideboard is built from solid cherry and inspired by Shaker and Japanese designs. The upper case is constructed with hand-cut dovetail joinery which is visible from the sides as evidence of heirloom construction and skilled craftsmanship. The base features gracefully tapered legs which is a classic Shaker design element. The highlight of the piece is the two sliding door panels which feature the asa-no-ha kumiko design. This traditional Japanese lattice pattern represents a hemp leaf which symbolizes health, resilience and prosperity in traditional Japanese culture. The kumiko is constructed by cutting angles on individual pieces of basswood with a chisel to create the geometric pattern. The kumiko is backed with black momigami paper to highlight the form. The doors slide in front of three drawers made of solid maple sides, back and bottom and constructed with hand-cut dovetail joinery. The recessed ebonized pulls allow the doors to slide in front of the drawers. The piece is finished with hand-rubbed oil varnish and wax.