Hello all: Here is a journal article that may have some good information pertaining to the class, specifically the material itself. I was checking out some of the artists our prof. (Shannon,) mentioned and found some really amazing images and examples of Japanese joinery and carpentry in general. Here is the type of room I would like, of course the floor would have to open up to contain all my art stuff neatly arranged in beautifully crafted boxes. Cabin fever due to rainy weather is no problem either- just take a rest in your custom covered bench and let the rain beat a haiku on the roof. Pick some leaves off the tree and boil them. You may invent a great new wood dye. I love everything about trees! - Squerl