Inspiration Table 2

This is the second of four tables filling out a living room suite, the first shown in my previous post “Inspiration of Wood”. All four are meant to relate in species (color) and form without restricting each to it’s own presence and life.
One of the photos here is the table without a finish making it easier to see the sculptural forms that are so difficult to transmit in photographs.

Bay Window Revival

Projects in the early 20th century homes of Shaker Heights are always a treat and this one was no exception. The oak trim on this bay window had lasted likely one hundred years but was in dire need of replacement. I usually only include projects I’ve had some hand in designing but the beauty of this one seemed to me worth presenting. I replaced the trim in the same species ( white oak ) and all the same proportions and shaping.

Oak Bench

This solid White Oak Bench was designed and built for Hathaway Brown school’s natatorium entryway. It had to be big enough to fit the space , strong enough to withstand the use of hordes of teenagers and have the traditional style suited to the school. And it turned out pretty dang comfortable too.

Blanket Chest Opus1

Made to fit a growing bedroom suite, this piece is solid wood throughout with painted pine and spruce as the frame and various Ohio hardwoods as the front and side panels.

New Offerings

Here's a few new items I'll be offering at the Geauga Farmers Market and upcoming craft fairs.
A few new cutting boards, serving trays, some artful coasters, keepsake boxes and some flower vases.

The Inspiration of Wood : first of two posts

The Inspiration of Wood

      This furniture project was brought to me with complete creative freedom. A rare situation to say the least and valuable to me in that it reminds me what I consider important in design.
      Creating a visual melody using line and form. Restraining and planning that use to accentuate the nature of the wood and complement the function of the furniture.
     

       The body of this end table is black walnut and the top and shelf are quarter sawn red oak. The drawer sides which are dovetailed into the front are composed of strips of poplar and honey locust and were laminated into a wave pattern. Adding some fun to the piece are to hidden compartments. The larger of the two is hidden behind the main drawer and is accessed by pulling on an attached rod when the main drawer is removed. The other is hidden beneath the shelf and slides in and out of place on rails.