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Bill Ohs is founder and design director of Wm Ohs Inc., manufacturer of high-end, custom cabinetry with a classic Tuscan design style. He started making cabinets in 1972 in his garage and has since grown the business into one of the premier names in custom cabinetry and furniture.
As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
I always wanted to be an artist and a builder of things.
How long is your typical workday?
About 10 hours. I get here about seven and work till about six. I used to manage the company, but now my main function is as product designer.
Who is your role model?
My role model would be Gerd Bulthaup, although he's younger than me, which is interesting. he is the principal designer of the Bulthaup product line. It's a supremely well-engineered product. I've tried to take his idea of great engineering and bring it to our product.
What's the biggest misconception about cabinetmakers?