Services
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Every piece is built from carefully chosen solid wood, (walnut, white oak, cherry, butternut, and hard maple are my most common selections) matched to the project for strength, stability, and the grain character that best suits its purpose. Walnut offers rich, deep tones and dramatic figuring; cherry warms, darkens, and smooths with age; white oak gives a pronounced grain and durable surface; maple provides a clean, tight grain ideal for painted or natural finishes.
Finishes are selected to both protect and enhance the wood: hand-rubbed oil for a natural, tactile feel; satin or matte water-based varnishes for low-VOC durability; and hard wax or varnish when extra abrasion resistance or sheen control is required. All finishes are applied in thin, buildable layers and sanded between coats to create a smooth, long-lasting surface that shows off the wood’s character. Food-safe finishes are also available.
Customization is standard: drawer layouts, interior partitions, dovetail or full-extension soft-close slides, and hardware choices are tailored to how you’ll use the piece. Sizes are adjusted to fit your space and function, from compact bedside units to large credenzas. Drawer interiors can be fitted with dividers, felt lining, or cedar bottoms.
Every item is made to order, balancing practical joinery and reliable hardware with the aesthetic qualities of the wood you choose, so the final piece is both useful and timeless.
Have a specific design in mind that you aren’t seeing in my portfolio? Is there a particular corner of your home calling for a custom furniture solution? Let’s collaborate to bring your vision to life with handcrafted pieces tailored to your space, style, and needs.
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I offer full-service millwork tailored to your home, including custom kitchens, cabinetry, shelving, moldings, trims, and built-ins. I have a great and close working relationship with a local architect with whom I’ve been collaborating for over 5 years.
Custom millwork built with proper joinery transforms rooms into lasting statements of craftsmanship and function. Each piece is precisely measured, fitted, and assembled using time-tested joints that ensure strength, stability, and seamless fit without relying on shortcuts or excessive hardware. By choosing to have your built-ins constructed with proper joinery, you’re choosing tailor-made installations with superior longevity, fewer repairs, and clean lines that highlight the natural beauty of local hardwoods. Invest once in expertly joined custom millwork and enjoy enduring performance and refined aesthetics that add value to your home for generations.
Process.
I begin every project with a conversation, a sketch, an idea, a precedent, or a goal. Together, we’ll map out your heirloom piece or work through your design goals. No surprises.
Why work with me?
Custom fit: Every piece is measured and produced to exact site conditions for seamless integration and a finished look that appears built-in.
Premium materials: We source stable, durable hardwoods and engineered materials to ensure longevity, dimensional stability, and a superior paint or stain finish.
Superior joinery: Traditional and modern joinery techniques reduce visible fasteners, increase strength, and produce clean lines that withstand daily use.
Attention to detail: Profiles, mouldings, and beadwork are executed to spec so light, shadow, and proportion enhance your design intent.
Versatile applications: Baseboards, crown moulding, casing, wainscoting, built-ins, door and window trim, cabinetry accents, stair components — tailored to residential, commercial, and historic restoration projects.
Efficient installation: Prefabrication and on-site finishing options reduce downtime and simplify coordination for contractors and homeowners.
Consistent finish: Expert sanding, priming, and finishing ensure a uniform surface ready for paint or stain; we match existing finishes or create new palettes with precision.
Reliable timelines & clear communication: Project planning, shop drawings, and regular updates keep schedules predictable and reduce surprises.
