The fine art of chiseling timber

Chow notes that the most effective way to preserve the woodworking tradition is to create and maintain demand. He adds that this is not always possible, however, bearing in mind the need for artisans to make a profit, and the painstaking hours of labor involved, particularly for custom pieces. As for Luk, she highlights the contribution of every member of the community, including apprentices, artisans, designers, creatives, aficionados, collectors and end users: "The key for traditional crafts to enter modern life is to have a group of passionate and dedicated inheritors and contributors within the ecosystem."