Kunstcabinett
Andrew Wong
Andrew Thomas Wong is a designer and craftsman based in New Jersey. He earned his Bachelor of Architecture from Cornell University in 2018 and now focuses on building thoughtful, well-made objects inspired by architectural principles. His work explores how proportion, material, and light shape everyday life. Drawing from interests in craft, engineering, food, and movement, he creates pieces that are functional, durable, and quietly distinctive.
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What inspired you to make this project?
After studying architecture, I missed working at a human scale. The Arcade Cabinet started as a way to take the language of buildings (arches, repetition, proportion) and reinterpret it as something you can live with every day.
What are some of the challenges you have encountered and how did you address them?
One of the biggest challenges has been fabricating large, precise pieces in a small home workshop located in an 18th-century barn. The space is full of character, but it wasn’t built for modern tools or long assemblies. I’ve had to adapt workflows, build custom jigs, and carefully plan each step to maintain accuracy and consistency. The limitations of the space have ultimately made the process more thoughtful and hands-on.