387: Asa Hillis - a podcast by Cool Tools

Asa Hillis is a furniture maker who lives in Silicon Valley. He is known for creating pieces of furniture that have a timeless quality. Asa combines traditional and modern techniques, including CNCs and 3D printers, to craft his furniture from wood and metal. He is currently managing Behind The Tech Labs in Los Gatos, CA. When he is not working in the shop, Asa enjoys spending time with his wife, daughter, and standard poodle.

 

Website: asahillis.com

Instagram: @asahillis

 

TOOLS:

1:00 - Wixey digital angle gauge: https://geni.us/f20Hgi

6:42 - Surge leatherman: https://geni.us/a7sz91

14:49 - Festool domino: https://www.festoolusa.com/products/domino-joining-system/domino-joining-machines/576419---df-500-q-plus-us#Overview

25:44 - Shaper Origin: https://www.shapertools.com/en-us/

 

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MOH98lczKFM

 

For show notes and transcript visit: https://kk.org/cooltools/asa-hillis-furniture-maker/