The Drawing Board
Notes from the shop floor
Plain answers to the questions designers, developers, and homeowners actually ask before they commission custom millwork — cost, materials, drawings, and how a project really comes together.
How Much Does Custom Millwork Cost in NYC?
A plain-English 2026 guide to per-linear-foot pricing, what drives it, and when premium is worth it.
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Millwork vs. Casework vs. Cabinetry
The terms get used interchangeably — they shouldn't. Here's the difference, and why it changes your budget.
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What Are Millwork Shop Drawings?
The step between design and build that decides whether your casework lands on the line — or doesn't.
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Choosing a Millwork Shop for a NYC Restaurant
Restaurant casework takes a beating. Here's how to pick a shop that builds for it — and hits the opening date.
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Rendered, Then Real: Why 3D Belongs in Millwork
Move the hard decisions to the screen, where changing your mind is free. Then build exactly that.
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