Rooted in the Maine landscape
I use local hardwoods and traditional joinery to create quiet, enduring pieces that honor the life of the tree and the home they inhabit.
The Anatomy of the Craft
Honest joinery and native hardwoods shaped by hand in my Maine workshop.
I source every board from sustainable Maine woodlots, prioritizing the tight grain of slow-growth maple, cherry, and walnut.
Mortise and tenon. Hand-cut dovetails. No mechanical fasteners to fail or hide poor craftsmanship.
Hand-rubbed finishes that penetrate the wood, allowing the piece to age gracefully and develop a natural patina over decades.
I don't work from catalogs. Each piece is a dialogue between your space and the natural movement of the wood.
Furniture designed to survive the rigors of a living home while maintaining the quiet dignity of a gallery piece.
Notes from the living room
Letters from those who live among my joints, shavings, and sapwood.
The walnut dining table doesn't just sit in our kitchen; it grounds the entire house. There is a weight and a silence to it that mass-produced pieces simply cannot replicate.
I asked for a desk that would last a lifetime. What I received was a piece of Maine history, joined with a precision that makes me pause every time I sit down to work.
In an era of disposable flat-packs, his work is a necessary rebellion. The grain matching on our sideboard is nothing short of intentional art.
The finish is like silk, yet the construction is rugged. It’s rare to find a maker who understands both the delicacy of the wood and the demands of a busy home.
I am currently accepting commissions for autumn 2024. Let’s discuss the dimensions and species that suit your space.