Author Archives: John
Olsen console
- Posted on February 4, 2023
- in casework, Shibui collection, The Draper collection
- by John
Continue reading... Olsen II side table
- Posted on March 30, 2022
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- by John
Continue reading... Canada Drive chair
Subtle contouring to the retro-inspired chair frame with hardwood accents.
Continue reading...Walnut and Ash Bluetooth speaker
- Posted on January 9, 2022
- in miscellaneous
- by John
Stream your favorite music or podcast with this elegantly rustic Bluetooth speaker. walnut with live edge ash
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Olsen console table in walnut and butternut
Live edge butternut slab is wrapped with a black walnut frame. This can be used as a desk, entry table or side table.
Continue reading...Draper credenza in walnut
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Black walnut cabinet with sliding by pass walnut door panels. 28 tall x 38 wide x 15 1/2 deep.
Continue reading...Mid century style credenza
- Posted on July 4, 2020
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- by John
Mid century modern inspired cabinet with two sliding bypass doors. This piece features resawn and bookmatched figured cherry door panels.
Continue reading...Olsen side table
- Posted on May 5, 2020
- in Shibui collection, Tables, The Draper collection
- by John
Grain wrapped side table with natural void
Continue reading...Tri Table
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- by John
Two sizes available for the small round tables. Large top is 19 1/2″ diameter and the small has a top 15 3/4″ diameter. height is 24″
Continue reading...Draper accent lamp
- Posted on May 4, 2020
- in miscellaneous, The Draper collection
- by John
Inspired by mid century Danish design this lamp adds a nice warm glow to a room. Choose your preferred wood and shade material.
Continue reading...3 leg waterfall bench
- Posted on April 16, 2020
- in seating, Shibui collection, Tables
- by John
natural slab bench with two turned legs and one waterfall leg. can be used as coffee table or bench.
Continue reading...#5 stool
- Posted on June 14, 2019
- in Modern mission, seating, Shibui collection
- by John
Counter height stool. These stools can be made in a variety of wood combinations to suit your home. Seats can either be live edge or not.
Continue reading...Olsen chair
- Posted on June 13, 2019
- in Chairs, seating, The Draper collection
- by John
Under all the wonderful fabric dressing is a solid wood frame joined together with traditional methods. Spring seat and back . Upholstered portion nests in a hardwood frame . Chairs can be custom made in your choice of fabric and wood.
Continue reading...Trestle table II
- Posted on December 16, 2018
- in Modern mission, Shibui collection, Tables
- by John
This trestle base allows more leg room around the vertical support. As with all my tables you are welcome to choose your top and base material.
Continue reading...Draper loveseat
- Posted on May 1, 2018
- in Chairs, seating, The Draper collection
- by John
Introduced in 2018 , this mid century inspired loveseat can add a touch of retro style to a home. Cushions are custom upholstered to suit your design palette.
Continue reading...Tripod lamp
- Posted on March 4, 2018
- in The Draper collection
- by John
Tripod base table lamp ,legs join a hexagonal center post and cord runs through a wire chase in one leg. These mid century style lamps can be done in a variety of domestic hardwoods to compliment your decor.
Continue reading...Z-chair
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- by John
Mid century chair inspired by the Selig chair designed by Poal Jensen. Mortise and tenon construction throughout chair. This chair can be made in a variety of wood species and with your choice of upholstery fabric
Continue reading...folded coffee table
- Posted on October 3, 2015
- in Shibui collection, Tables
- by John
A walnut “Y” shaped slab created the opportunity to build this table. Each leg is mitered and reinforced with mortise and tenon joints.
Continue reading...Credenza
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Double doors with single shelf and 4 storage drawers make this a useful piece for a variety of applications.
Continue reading...woven bench
- Posted on September 17, 2015
- in seating, The Draper collection
- by John
bench seat with woven fabric seat. Bench is very lightweight while still remaining strong. Bench can be made in a variety of domestic hardwoods and fabric tape choices.
Continue reading...Low back stool
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- by John
Sculpted seat stool with low lumbar support back. Can be made in a variety of domestic hardwoods.
Continue reading...Torii stool
- Posted on September 16, 2015
- in Chairs, Modern mission, seating
- by John
tall back stool . can be made in many different wood combinations.
Continue reading...Open Pedestal Table
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This table base is suited best for a small slab not more than 5′ long. The open base allows plenty of leg room on all sides. Table shown is a maple slab top and walnut base.
Continue reading...Split apron table version II
- Posted on December 14, 2013
- in Modern mission, Tables
- by John
Contemporary look with Arts and Crafts roots this table features an open apron with accents of contrasting wood. Table can be made with a natural edge top or conventional top. You can choose to use contrasting wood or use one species throughout.
Continue reading...Draper Lounge chair
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- by John
Mid century inspired lounge chair. Elastic seat webbing makes for a comfortable chair. You are welcome to choose your own upholstery fabric and wood selection. shown in various woods
Continue reading...tabouret
- Posted on May 22, 2013
- in Modern mission, Tables
- by John
Contemporary version of mission style tabouret.
Continue reading...Floating top table
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This table features a top that appears to float above the base. Features tapered legs and mortise and tenon joinery.
Continue reading...Luminaria writing desk II
- Posted on April 16, 2013
- in Modern mission, Tables
- by John
Slightly different version of my Luminaria desk. This version does away with the arched apron and instead has a narrower beaded apron. Also added were the side slats and removal of the cross brace. Just another example of working directly with my client to customize a piece to fit their […]
Continue reading...Bistro Table
- Posted on April 4, 2013
- in Modern mission, Shibui collection, Tables
- by John
Bistro table 36″tall with open pedestal base. Single piece slab top.
Continue reading...Single slab “Omoi” headboard and platform bed
- Posted on March 26, 2013
- in Shibui collection
- by John
Wall hung massive slab provides a unique headboard. No two pieces are exactly alike. Omoi=massive
Continue reading...Mission style storage bed
- Posted on March 23, 2013
- in Modern mission
- by John
6 Drawers of storage in a mission style bed. Great for maximizing your storage in a small room.
Continue reading...Natural Edge Coffee Table with Waterfall leg
- Posted on March 22, 2013
- in Shibui collection, Tables
- by John
A curved natural edge slab of walnut created the opportunity for this design. The base features a waterfal leg on one end and single upright on the other. Joining the two is a curved laminated stretcher. In the background you will also see a cherry sagaku table .
Continue reading...rustic media cabinet
- Posted on March 20, 2013
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- by John
Custom Black Cherry and elm cabinet with two sliding doors. Sawn twig stile in doors and stick slats in sides for air circulation.
Continue reading...Double Door Three Tier Cabinet
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The beauty and shape of individual trees bring an organic feel and natural elegance to each piece. With a storage area and open shelving these cabinets serve as both a practical piece of furniture and a display unit for treasured pottery or other possessions.
Continue reading...3 tier cabinet with single door
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Sequentially sawn walnut planks are used to create these cabinets. cantilevered section creates a lovely area to display treasured pottery or other possessions.
Continue reading...Split Apron Desk / Table
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Arts and crafts influence shows in this desk/table. The split apron and floating top lightens the overall look and the natural walnut side panels bring out a more rustic character. The piece shown is cherry with a maple top and walnut accents.
Continue reading...Luminaria Writing Desk
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Mission styling with a contemporary feel. Inverse taper legs lighten the look and stained glass adds a nice splash of color. Piece shown has sycamore top and cherry base but can be made in a variety of wood combinations. Click on image to see larger version
Continue reading...Bookmatched Headboard
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Bookmatched elm natural edge headboard hung via french cleat. Cantilevered nightstands feature spalted sycamore door panels.
Continue reading...Walnut bedroom featuring butterfly headboard
- Posted on March 19, 2013
- in Modern mission, Shibui collection
- by John
Features: walnut natural edge platform bed One of a kind walnut headboard created using sequence cut slabs. Low profile platform in walnut. Nightstands are arts and crafts inspired and feature ambrosia maple panels. Also shown is a sycamore box with pin latch
Continue reading...Torii dining chair
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- by John
Dining chair with obvious asian influence, hand carved seat and curved back. Ample dovetail holds front legs in place.Click on image to see larger version .
Continue reading...Natural Edge Desk and Shelf Unit
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“L” shaped office counter features a natural edge. Small cabinet under counter acts as wire chase for ease of wire management. File cabinet can be rolled out from under cabinet to act as another work surface. Upper corner cabinet and cantilevered shelf unit add storage and versitility.
Continue reading...Temple 3 Drawer Treasure Box
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Continue reading...Shibui curved coffee table
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Curved slab top coffee table with cantilever. small cabinet for storage
Continue reading...miter cabinet
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- by John
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Continue reading...Trestle table
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- by John
trestle base with a slab top.
Continue reading...Cantilever shelf
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live edge top with small cabinet.
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Pacific nightstand
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This cabinet can have a single door, double doors or lower portion can be left open.
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Flitch bookcase
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Consecutive live edge slabs used to create shelf tiers.
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treasure boxes
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pinwheel table
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small offcuts were the inspiration for this unique tabletop. Click on image to see larger version
Continue reading...cutting boards
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Cutting boards and serving boards. food safe finish. Click on image to see larger version
Continue reading...Sagaku table
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Single balanced upright with outriggers for lateral support. Coffee table height , side table height, or buffet height.
Continue reading...dining table with slab base
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Solid slab uprights provide a sturdy base for the slab top. the base can be square, flared, or tapered.
Continue reading...Dining table with Butterfly base
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Dining table with butterfly uprights. This base is best suited for tables less than 6 foot long.
Continue reading...8 Drawer Treasure Box
- Posted on March 18, 2013
- in miscellaneous, Modern mission
- by John
With 6 drawers and 2 verticle drawers this box will hold a wide variety of treasure. Vertical drawers can be customised to for your specific needs.
Continue reading...Pacific coffee table
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Contemporary mission style coffee table. Features taper legs and beaded apron detail.
Continue reading...Arts and crafts side table
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Arts and crafts side table with slatted sides. Click on image to see larger version
Continue reading...San Souci Rocking Chair
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Mission style rocker built to last for generations of carefree relaxation. Click on image to see larger version
Continue reading...Straight Line Torii Bench
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Natural edge top. Lower stretcher is reminicient of the torii gates of Japan.
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Shaker style 8 drawer dresser
Shaker style 8 Drawer dresser with frame and panel back and sides. Beaded drawer fronts. Classic styling
Continue reading...Gus Bookcase
- Posted on March 17, 2013
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- by John
Mission style bookcase with glass panels.
Continue reading...Flitch Bench
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Flitch sawn planks give these benches a refined rustic flair. The bench features a contemporary base with one tapered slab leg and two lathe turned legs . click on image to see larger version
Continue reading...Mission style dining chair
- Posted on March 15, 2013
- in Modern mission, seating
- by John
mission styling with contemporary flair.Click on image to see larger version
Continue reading...tall cabinet
- Posted on March 11, 2013
- in casework, Modern mission
- by John
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Continue reading...Yugen cabinet
Small cabinet on skid base. Can be done with either frame and panel doors or modified breadboard doors. Natural edge top adds a nice organic element to each piece. Click on image to see larger version. Yugen:profound mystery of things
Continue reading...Rustic 3 tier cabinet
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sequence sawn walnut planks were used to create this piece. legs are willow. cantilevered section creates a lovely area to display treasured pottery or other possessions. click on image to see larger version
Continue reading...shaker mantle clock
- Posted on January 19, 2013
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- by John
Continue reading... Katsu Table
The wane edge (natural edge) of two consecutive walnut planks opened the possiblility to create this little accent table with a negative space in the center of the top. The open base of the table contributes overall lightness of the piece .
Continue reading...Tabouret
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A more contemporary table with roots in the arts and crafts styling. Table features inverse tapered legs for a visually lighter feel. The table can be done in a variety of different wood options. Click on image to see larger version.
Continue reading...Chest
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contemporary mission styling. Front of chest opens and slides into upper portion of cabinet.
Continue reading...Temple 2 drawer treasure box
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With two drawers and lift lid this box offers ample storage for all your treasures. The box shown is walnut and maple but can be done in a variety of woods. Click on image to see larger version
Continue reading...Shaker style accent table
Timeless shaker styling and stunning Pennslyvania hardwoods are combined to create a piece that will fit into almost any home. Table shown is curly maple with walnut pins. Click on image to see larger version
Continue reading...Rustic mission style headboard
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- by John
Mission styling is evident in this rustic walnut platform bed frame. Maple butterflies accent the walnut slab.
Continue reading...Curved Front Cabinet
Curved front corner cabinet in sycamore, curly maple and walnut beading. Click on image to see larger version
Continue reading...Sliding Door Console
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The large crack created a nice focal point for the top of this contemporary cabinet, shown in cherry with spalted maple panels and walnut butterflies.
Continue reading...Curved Torii Bench
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Designed with the torii gates of Japan in mind this bench takes advantage of the natural curve of the log. Lower stretcher is laminated from four consecutively cut pieces. Slab legs are tapered in thickness to futher refine this rustic bench. Click on image to see larger version
Continue reading...Coffee Table with trestle base
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Slab top Hackberry and black walnut coffee table with trestle base.
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Torii Bench with upright legs
- Posted on January 14, 2011
- in one of a kind, seating
- by John
Designed with the torii gates of Japan in mind this bench takes advantage of the natural curve of this cherry log. Lower stretcher is laminated from four consecutively cut pieces. Slab legs are tapered in thickness to futher refine this rustic bench.
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