Celebrating 100 Years of Design That Blends Art and Industry
In 1925, Paris hosted an event that would forever change the visual language of design — the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes. From that world fair came a movement that married geometry with glamour, symmetry with speed, and art with the precision of the modern machine age.
One hundred years later, Art Deco remains one of the most recognizable and influential design styles on the planet. From the chrome-lined towers of New York’s Chrysler Building to the richly detailed furniture of the Jazz Age, Art Deco was the first global design movement to celebrate craftsmanship and industrial innovation in equal measure.
At Infinity Tools, we share that same passion for precision and beauty. As we mark the 100-year anniversary of Art Deco, we’re proud to celebrate a century of design excellence — and to show how modern woodworking tools can carry its legacy forward. Our Cabinet Door Router Bit Set and ShapeUp Shaper Cutter Set are precision-engineered to help woodworkers bring Deco-inspired geometry, depth, and balance to their own projects.
The Origins of Art Deco: Geometry Meets Glamour
Art Deco was born at the height of optimism. The 1920s saw the rise of the automobile, skyscrapers, jazz, and electricity — and designers sought to capture that energy. Influenced by Cubism, Egyptian motifs, and machine-age modernity, the style emphasized bold geometry, perfect symmetry, and luxurious materials.
Typical Art Deco details included:
- Zigzags and chevrons representing speed and progress
- Stepped forms reminiscent of skyscraper silhouettes
- Sunbursts and rays evoking light and modern energy
- Polished metals, exotic woods, and lacquered finishes blending luxury with precision
It was a movement defined by order and ornament — proof that structure and style could coexist beautifully. Every angle was intentional. Every detail was deliberate. Every edge had a purpose.
That philosophy still resonates in today’s workshops: craftsmanship elevated by accuracy. When a cabinet door fits perfectly or a raised panel casts just the right shadow, it’s a quiet echo of Deco’s original promise — art through precision.
Why Art Deco Still Inspires Designers and Woodworkers
A hundred years later, Art Deco has never truly gone out of style. Its symmetry, clean lines, and geometric confidence have reappeared in everything from mid-century furniture to modern home interiors. Designers continue to draw from its timeless rhythm — repeating lines, contrasting materials, and the beauty of repetition.
Woodworkers, especially, connect with Deco’s structural artistry. A well-made cabinet door, for instance, mirrors the same principles of proportion and harmony that guided Deco architects. The way a profile catches light, the depth of a panel’s shadow line, the mirrored geometry of rails and stiles — all embody the balance of engineering and elegance.
That’s exactly where Infinity Tools’ design philosophy meets Art Deco head-on.
Geometry in Motion: Infinity Tools’ Art Deco Connection
Infinity Tools’ cabinet door systems are built for craftspeople who understand that precision is beauty. Whether you’re building a full kitchen, restoring a vintage piece, or simply refining your joinery game, our Deco-inspired profiles help you turn clean geometry into living design.
Two products in particular — the 1/2" Shank 3-Pc Cabinet Door Router Bit Set and the 3-Pc Cabinet Door ShapeUp Shaper Cutter Set — carry the torch for Deco craftsmanship into the 21st century.
1/2" Shank 3-Pc Cabinet Door Router Bit Set
Where Form and Function Align Perfectly
At its heart, Art Deco is about the elegance of precision — and that’s exactly what this router bit set delivers. Designed for the modern craftsman, this 3-piece system includes matched rail and stile bits plus a raised panel bit, ensuring a flawless fit and repeatable perfection from door to door.
Why it’s perfect for Deco-inspired projects:
- Available in multiple profiles, including the Art Deco profile — echoing the sharp, stepped geometry and balance of 1920s design.
- Micro-grain carbide cutters deliver crisp edges and smooth finishes worthy of a showpiece.
- CNC-machined bodies guarantee exact alignment between bits, creating true symmetry across stiles and rails.
- The nonstick coating minimizes heat buildup, ensuring your cuts stay clean and true.
- Each set comes with a setup block and premium storage case — because precision deserves protection.
The result? Perfectly matched panel doors with the kind of shadow lines and geometric rhythm that would make a Deco designer proud. The Art Deco variant in particular produces a profile rich with visual depth — a stylized, symmetrical curve that captures light much like the stepped edges of a Deco skyscraper.
3-Pc Cabinet Door ShapeUp Shaper Cutter Set (3/4" Bore)
Industrial Heritage, Modern Precision
If the router bit set is Deco’s elegant side, the ShapeUp Shaper Cutter Set represents its industrial soul — the same spirit that built the machine-age icons of the 1930s.
This 3-piece matched set (rail, stile, and raised panel cutters) is engineered for precision production in professional shops. Built for smooth, vibration-free cuts, it allows craftsmen to create cabinetry that channels the structured grace of the Art Deco era.
Key features:
- Available in multiple profiles, including the bold and timeless Art Deco shape.
- CNC-milled steel bodies with anti-vibration balancing for glass-smooth operation.
- Premium micro-grain carbide inserts extend edge life while delivering flawless results on hardwoods and veneers.
- Standard 3/4" bore fits most professional shapers, with exacting tolerances for repeat accuracy.
- Designed to withstand high-duty production cycles without sacrificing detail.
Art Deco design demanded excellence — symmetry that could stand up to scrutiny at any scale. The ShapeUp Shaper Cutter Set brings that same confidence to your shop. Each pass yields clean, consistent geometry, ideal for cabinetry and millwork that celebrates pattern, proportion, and polish.
Deco’s Legacy: From Architecture to Cabinetry
When you look at an Art Deco building — say, the Chrysler Building in New York or the Palais de Chaillot in Paris — you see repetition, layering, and symmetry. Every step, every line, every piece of ornamentation is part of a greater whole.
Cabinetry works the same way. The door panel mirrors the wall molding, the drawer edge echoes the crown profile — each repeating line connects to the next. It’s rhythm and precision, craftsmanship and geometry working together.
In a sense, today’s woodworkers are carrying forward the same design ethos that guided the Art Deco masters: beauty through accuracy.
A Global Celebration: Art Deco at 100
The 100-year anniversary has sparked celebrations around the world — from Brussels’ “Year of Art Deco” exhibitions to Paris’s Musée des Arts Décoratifs revisiting the 1925 expo that started it all. Art and design magazines like Wallpaper, Artnet, and The Guardian are revisiting Deco’s legacy, reminding the world how the style bridged classic craftsmanship with modern industry.
It’s fitting that woodworkers, of all trades, are part of this story. The precision, repetition, and rhythm that defined Art Deco are the same traits that define fine woodworking today. Every cut and join is a small act of symmetry — an echo of the age when design and technology found harmony.
Design Tips: Bringing Art Deco to Your Next Woodworking Project
You don’t need to build a skyscraper to capture the spirit of Art Deco. Here are a few ways to bring its timeless geometry into your next cabinet or furniture piece:
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Use stepped or tiered profiles
Create depth and visual rhythm with router bits or shaper cutters that echo architectural layering. -
Highlight symmetry
Align panels, frames, and hardware so every line feels balanced — Deco design thrives on mirrored precision. -
Play with contrast
Pair dark walnut with brushed brass or high-gloss lacquer with matte grain to reflect Deco’s love of material interplay. -
Repeat motifs
Repetition is central to Deco. Use matching profiles across doors and drawers for a cohesive, intentional look. -
Finish with polish
Deco celebrated craftsmanship — take the time to refine every edge and surface until it reflects light cleanly and evenly.
Why Infinity Tools Embodies the Deco Spirit
When Infinity Tools founder David Venditto set out to design the company’s Art Deco Router Bit and Shaper Cutter Collection, he drew inspiration from one of America’s most iconic structures — the Chrysler Building in New York City. Its soaring stainless-steel eagles and bold geometric lines captured the essence of precision, balance, and beauty — the same values that drive every Infinity Tools creation.
Like the artisans of the 1920s, Infinity Tools believes in bridging innovation and craftsmanship. Every router bit and shaper cutter we produce reflects that enduring philosophy — celebrating geometry, precision, and visual harmony.
- CNC precision manufacturing ensures repeatable accuracy down to thousandths of an inch.
- Premium micro-grain carbide edges deliver exceptional sharpness and longevity.
- Balanced, anti-vibration bodies enhance stability, safety, and performance.
- Distinctive profiles, including our Art Deco shapes, empower craftspeople to blend technical excellence with timeless design.
Our tools may be modern, but the philosophy behind them is timeless — precision is the foundation of beauty.
Honoring a Century of Craftsmanship
From the jazz-filled workshops of 1920s Paris to the high-tech woodshops of today, the legacy of Art Deco continues to inspire makers everywhere. It’s a reminder that function and form don’t compete — they elevate each other.
At Infinity Tools, we’re proud to help woodworkers carry that tradition forward with tools engineered for accuracy, creativity, and beauty.
Whether you’re restoring a classic or building a modern heirloom, our Cabinet Door Router Bit Set and ShapeUp Shaper Cutter Set give you the control and precision to make geometry sing.
Celebrate 100 Years of Art Deco with Infinity Tools
Bring a century of design excellence into your next build. Explore our featured tools below:
- Infinity Tools 1/2" Shank 3-Pc. Cabinet Door Router Bit Sets
- Infinity Tools 3-Pc. Cabinet Door Shape-Up Shaper Cutter Sets, 3/4" Bore
Precision. Pattern. Perfection.
That’s the Infinity Tools way — and the Art Deco way — since 1925.
