Cabinetwork & Furniture

These photographs convey a sense of my approach to cabinetwork. My designs are influenced by the wood and evolve during the process of the craft. Inspiration starts with wood chosen for its natural character, grain, and color. Hand-cut dovetails, mortise & tenon and book-matching contribute beauty and durability. Furniture combining different woods has its own voice, one that reflects nature's random ways. Drawing on nature, my furniture has a quietude and presence that makes it satisfying to live with.

Commissioning custom furniture is simple. What kind of piece do you want? How big should it be? Your input is part of a creative process. Contact me and we will discuss your options. There is no charge for this service. Fine custom-made furniture may take a little longer to acquire but there is no shortcut to excellence.

-Dale Helms