John Conver Lutz

John Lutz is a woodworker, furniture designer, manager, and educator. His work is highly influenced by the relationship between craftsperson and material through the process of producing the final product. Lutz’s career began with working in the industry for high-end furniture, while also teaching at the Rochester Institute of Technology and Penland School of Crafts. He received his BFA in Woodworking and Furniture Design in 1984 from the Rochester Institute of Technology. He soon after began working for Thos. Moser Cabinetmakers in Maine, where he spent over 18 years working with the company.

John has been awarded design patents and Innovation design awards. He has led several AIA lectures and taught certified courses to interior designers.

Since 2008 John has been General Manager of George Nakashima Woodworkers and continues to create his own works while focusing on the process of making traditional forms. In addition to his work, John supports the wood community as Board Member for the Center for Art in Wood in Philadelphia.