DAVE MERRIFIELD has been a studio furniture maker for the past 19 years. His pieces can be found in the permanent collection of the Smithsonian’s American Art Museum, located in Washington, D.C., the Hechinger Collection, and many private homes. His background as an environmental engineer, combined with his involvement in furniture and home design, has enabled Dave to pursue interests in architecture as well with a small design firm in his hometown of Asheville, North Carolina. While the mountains of North Carolina are beautiful, Dave finds himself spending longer and longer summers on the coast of Maine quenching his thirst for salt water and boats. WoodenBoat School was very fortunate to have Dave serve as Assistant Shop Manager during our 2011 season.