Utilizing rough cut Walnut, we built a bookcase and hutch combination.  We attempted to marry the formality of this hardwood with a desire to have the look and feel of rustic furniture. The bottom bookshelves feature adjustable height shelves and an inset shaker style door with thinly cut plank wood.  The top hutch includes 3 fixed height shelves and hidden, dimmable LED lighting. The doors were created with X-shaped mullions and inset glass.  The side trim and generous top and bottom trim create a mix between american farmhouse and vintage french look that fits right at home in this room.  The exterior hardware is all blackened iron and both substantial and refined.

Exotic zebrawood was used to create a memorable gift.  A custom-sized hardwood box was created with an inset bottom. This allowed for electronics to be installed - we disassembled an MP3 player, soldered in a trigger switch and mounted these elements and speakers to the bottom of the inset bottom.  A minuscule hole was drilled and a bronze post was used to activate the trigger when the box is opened.  Upon opening the box, the MP3 player is turned on and music is played through the speakers.  The MP3 player is fully rechargeable and the songs can be changed with ease!

After adopting a dog, we were looking for a stylish way to accommodate beds into our room while not having the industrial look of cages or unstructured pillows all over the room.  Using solid walnut, we utilized the look and dimensions of a coffee table in the house.  This planked top and bottom is supported by 6 square posts.  The dogs are separated by wood manually planed to quarter inch, as well as the same wood used at their backs to create a cozy environment.  In addition to generous trim, we created two Xs to cap off the sides and allow for air flow while keeping the dogs feeling comfortable.  This piece can also be used as a coffee table or bench.

We've included a number of additional smaller, yet satiasfying projects here.

+ A patriotic set of corn hole boards, created in a chevron pattern, distressed and stained to look like rustic wood. The legs fold up for easy storage.

+ An outdoor Oak table using thick lumber and no screws- this is fully held together with dowels!  The stain is a special mixture that utilizes rapid oxidation in the wood to give it an overnight effect that ages it decades.

+ A special basement wall that was turned from drab paint into rustic wonderfulness with distressed wood planks.

+ Cedar flower window boxes with a shaker style.

+ Using an old cork board and leftover trim, we created a picture frame communication center...or just a fancier chalk board (also painted the chalk board to make it blend better).

+ Installed hand scraped hardwood over a plywood floor.

+ Found an old salvaged tire and was able to significantly clean and restore it.  It happened to be a Willys-Overland Whippet from somewhere between 1920-1930.  Did significant sanding to clean wood, cleaning of the rubber and steel parts to remove rust and damage, and applied a new coat of color and white wall.

+ Took an uninspired coffee table and through distressing and painting, and changing hardware made it into a stylish "cart" table.

To accommodate an unusually shaped breakfast area, we build a modular wood and plywood banquette. This design comes apart into 4 pieces for easy load in and out.  The design and color mirrors the cabinets in the kitchen.  The seating and back areas were filled with premium seating foam and wrapped in a custom cover fabric.

We started by creating a cedar post to draw attention to the house and match the look of the neighborhood.  Following the selection of a modern numbering system, we cut out the post to allow for night time viewing of the backlit address.  Finally, we created a decorative top and attached a latern and painted the entire structure with outdoor paint.  The entire system is wired for LED outdoor lighting and allows for clear view of the address in day or night.

To accommodate our new pup in style, and so her  bed wasn't all over the place, we created this frame.  Using a locally found pallet, we created a frame to fit her bed in.  Sleep tight, ZuZu!

The wood floors of this mid 1930's historic condo in downtown Chicago had been stained and painted over and again throughout the course of the apartment's lifetime.  We removed the multiple layers of paint and stain and applied a dark stain to match the original historical plans.

This antique chandelier had been unmaintained for years.  The entire piece was carefully disassembled,  cleaned and fully rewired.  Hundreds of crystals were removed, cleaned, repaired or replaced if needed and then rehung.  To update the look, the chandelier socket covers were spray painted black, Edison bulbs were installed and a burlap accent was added.

This mass produced kitchen furniture piece was originally too stark and stale looking. We disassembled the majority of the piece and then went to work giving it some character.  We removed the glass panes and replaced with chicken wire.  The back mirror was frosted and given an antique distressing to soften it up.  The entire wood body was sanded and given various painting and refinishing techniques to obtain a country, lived-in look.  The knobs were changed to a glass handle and wood found in a country field was used as a new backsplash.  To top it off, we wired the lighting control to be switched on and off by merely touching the chicken wire!  Similar modifications were made to a dresser to match the shabby look.

Visiting the Chicago Rebuilding Exchange, we found some incredible pieces of rough timber and a set of slatted wood panels that had unknown origins or previous uses.  All the wood was cut and roughly sanded, with the side panels spray painted a glossy black for contrast and interest.

To match the storybook exterior of the house, we created 20 sets (yes, 40 total) wood shutters of various dimensions.  The same scale was incorporated throughout to ensure continuity between window openings.  A "Z" shaped or barn door style shutters were assembled primed, weatherproofed and then painted with a smooth coat of exterior paint. They were hung using french cleat system to allow for easy removal and installation.