Furniture

Furniture projects made by contributors to Canadian Woodworking are presented with complete step-by-step instructions, photos with explanatory text, and project drawings and lists.

  • Side table

    Make a stylish side table

    Three tapered legs, a curly sycamore veneered top and groovy carved aprons help create a stand-out table.

    November 3, 2025
    Rob Brown
  • elegant coffee table

    Design an elegant coffee table

    The graceful lines of this coffee table will dress up your living room, yet its sturdy construction and durable finish will invite you to put your feet up and get comfortable.

    October 19, 2024
    Paul McCuish
  • side table

    Stylish side table with secrets

    The angles in this table design offer some flair, but its clean lines will go with just about any décor.

    October 19, 2024
    Mark Salusbury
  • Dobson bookshelf

    Build a bookcase

    Just the right size to hold a small collection of books nearby, this bookcase mixes solid, beautiful joinery with an elegant, clean design.

    November 14, 2023
    James Dobson
  • Bistro Table

    Make a bistro table

    The centre of a kitchen is the table. This bistro table provides your guests with a relaxed place to sit and chat while you do a bit of prep work in the kitchen.

    October 6, 2023
    Rob Brown
  • Stylish bench

    Build a stylish bench

    The angles of this base make for a visually pleasing and structurally strong bench.

    October 6, 2023
    Mark Salusbury
  • Boho table

    Build a boho table

    This table can be quickly and easily disassembled so it can travel with you. If you like the look of the table, but don’t need it to be portable, that’s an easy fix.

    January 3, 2023
    Ethan Kroetsch
  • coffee table

    Build a mid-century coffee table

    This refined-looking coffee table would work well in a formal living room or a cozy family room. It features curved, tapered legs and a top that floats above the base.

    September 13, 2022
    David Bedrosian
  • bedside table

    Build a hanging bedside table

    These elegant nightstands are the ideal companion for a modern bedroom. With both a drawer and an open compartment, they hold all the typical bedside essentials like books, magazines, glasses and electronics.

    September 13, 2022
    Robert Zakarian
  • bonsai stand

    Make a bonsai plant stand

    Whether it’s a bonsai plant or another cherished object, making a tasteful display stand for it will showcase the object nicely. This project merges eye-catching veneer and straight-grained solid wood with a timeless design.

    July 12, 2022
    Steve Der-Garabedian
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