Straight Path to the Commercial Market: Meyer and Lundahl of Phoenix, AZ, has focused exclusively on the commercial market since it started more than 50 years ago. - September

Woodworker Enjoys a New 'Dye Job': Barry Tribble switched from building millwork to furniture featuring dyed veneer patterns when he relocated to North Carolina. - June

A Second-Generation Woodworker Produces First-Class Furniture: John Colabella follows his father's tradition of high-end hand-crafted furniture. - July 2001

Cabinetmaker Maintains a Healthy Market Doing It His Way: Although Roddie Guin may be hard to find, customers flock to this South Carolina shop to commission well-built traditional-style cabinetry. - Dec. 2000

Special Effects - Timeless Design, Timely Material: New England craftsman adapts 18th century skills to space-age materials. - Feb. 2001

The 'Wow' Factor: Living Color Enterprises grabs customers' attention with its spectacular aquariums. - November

Success in Manufacturing Home Theaters Is a Team Effort: Fremont Interiors use designers, audio-video consultants and customer input to create the best results.- April 2001

Tony's Rant: Cheap and Cheaper: High employee turnover? An annual contract with the local newspaper's classified department? Here's what workers aren't telling you when they quit.

Solid Surface Materials Find a 'Heavenly' Application: A liturgical design consultant uses Avonite in church baptismal fonts.- May 2001

Special Finishes Enhance 'Art Quality' Furniture at Blue Raven Design Valencia, CA-based Blue Raven Design blends functionality and art into its custom furniture line. By Beverly Dunne