Wednesday, February 14, 2007 -
www.18thcenturyreproductions.com/Here is just one example of Randall Frey's work. You can also see a little corner cupboard on the cover of our catalog. Randall stays true to the period, and every piece is custom made to exacting standards. From hand mixed stains and finishes to hand cut dovetails, each piece is truly authentic--from tables to chairs to case pieces. His website says it all. We are proud that he chooses our H-34 drawer pulls to compliment his furniture.
Wednesday, February 14, 2007 -
973-278-5881
Riverside Artisans designs and builds amazing spaces. The traditional, as shown here, is just one approach. Recently Jim's work was featured in Taunton Press's new Custom Furniture Source Book. In it, he shows clean curves, and flowing lines, a taste of the modern blended with the past, and overall an eye for beauty.
Wednesday, February 14, 2007 -
www.knudsenwoodworking.com
This library uses remarkable millwork and stresses elegance in addition to function. Made from cherry, Jeff has incorporated panelled walls into the design. Not all hardware is prominent, and in this case, the PB-409B hinges, the K-12 knobs, the shelf pegs and the ball catches are either invisible or understated.
phone: 717-529-4011
Wednesday, February 14, 2007 -
Peter builds furniture of many styles in Humboldt County in northern California. Each piece is custom made, a collaboration between his customer and himself. His shop is in a forest of redwoods and that silence that comes with soft barked, old trees infiltrates his work space. This buffet is graceful and pleasing in all its aspects. The handmade hardware is a beautiful addition to the lines of the piece. Peter can be reached by email at rainmakr@humboldt1.com.
Sunday, February 4, 2007 -
http://www.msrandcompany.com
Matthew chose cherry wood, which he accented by using quilted maple on the drawer. In addition to beauty, this table is incredibly versatile. Imagine it nuzzled next to your bed, in the hallway, as an end table, or under your favorite window.
Sunday, February 4, 2007 -
Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey
Frank Farrell constructed this computer desk of red oak and covered it with two coats of amber shellac for a warm look. It uses antique brass hardware throughout, and is beautifully designed to be a very efficient work space. Good design met individual need, and did it quite successfully.
Thursday, January 25, 2007 -
www.ggwhitmore.com
Both George and Chauncey Whitmore built furniture and also worked with my grandfather, Frank Horton, at the Portland (CT) boatworks during WW1. This linen press is a lovely example of John Whitmore's work. John is the third generation, his daughter Beryl works with him and she is the fourth generation, and who knows but perhaps one of her children will express an interest in fine woodworking someday. Note the inlay and the carved feet. Mr. Whitmore used our most popular pull on this piece, C-602S drawer pulls in the antique brass finish. They also conservatively restore antique originals, both repairing finishes as well as fabricating new parts to replace missing originals. In fact, this piece has an antique base but the top is new. The inlay has been carefully matched to the original.
Monday, January 15, 2007 -
http://www.americanfederalperiod.com
Rob Millard loves the Federal Period, and also works in the Chippendale, Queen Anne and Hepplewhite styles. This pretty little Sheraton table is typical of the time. Rob handcrafts his pieces using the tools of the period, and works hard to preserve original techniques. He makes his inlay banding by hand, and does all his own carving with hand tools. The finishing technique is a lengthy one and mimics original finishes as much as possible. Pieces are made one at a time, and every piece is custom made. In keeping with his intense committment to authenticity, Rob uses our
Sheraton knobs. We are honored that he does.
Friday, January 5, 2007 -
This cedar door is simply stunning. The door and its hardware are subtle and very inviting. The door is hung with hand forged iron strap hinges
(HF-40) and the door is latched with our interior latch set
(HF-14). The homeowner has chosen the ball & spear pattern. This cedar door is the entrance to a garden shed, and I think this entire garden must be a peaceful place, because walking down the path to the shed is so very tranquil. The homeowner put a lot of thought into this space.