2024 Timber Framers Guild Conference

Luke Barnett

Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute, Founder

Luke A. Barnett is the President of the Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute (SBWI), an accredited trades college, where he is redefining what a college education can be. With nearly two decades of experience in woodworking, Luke has led SBWI to become a leading institution in woodworking education, attracting students from around the world.

A master woodworker and artist, Luke specializes in traditional American Windsor chairs, a craft in which he has earned international acclaim. His work has been featured in prominent publications like Popular Woodworking Magazine and Early American Life, where he was named a Top American Craftsman in Windsor chairmaking.

Luke is a member of the Timber Framers Guild and the Society of American Period Furniture Makers.

His visionary leadership and dedication to craftsmanship continue to set new standards in both the woodworking and educational communities.

www.sambeaufordwoodshop.com

Presentation

Crafting the Spiral: Advanced Techniques in King Post Truss Design
Join us for an immersive 90-minute session where we delve into the intricate art of carving a spiral king post truss. This presentation is designed for timber framing carpenters and engineers eager to expand their technical repertoire and enhance their craftsmanship. We'll begin by exploring the key objectives of laying out a spiral, visualizing the spiral within a large timber, and the precise methods for laying out joinery in a spiral to ensure a flawless fit. Additionally, we will revisit a remarkable project in Buena Vista, Virginia, where we successfully designed, cut, and raised a spiral king post. This project will serve as a practical case study to illustrate the challenges and triumphs encountered during the process. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of the techniques required to carve and cut a spiral king post, empowering them to tackle complex designs with confidence in their future projects.