Creation + Innovation using generations of knowledge
Let me share a little bit about myself…
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By day, I’m an architecturally trained designer; by night, I’m a woodworker, who has been learning the trade since I was in grade school, but have never strayed too far from it. The two disciplines may seem distinct, but for me, they are deeply connected. Both are about taking an idea and translating it into something tangible, with equal attention and thought given to the holistic picture and the smallest detail, ultimately solving whatever problem is before me.
My design background shapes the way I approach woodworking. I think about proportion, materiality, how something is constructed, and—most importantly—how it will exist within its surroundings. I’m drawn to thoughtful and innovative design that solves a problem without sacrificing beauty, and to craftsmanship where the details are intentional rather than incidental.
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That same mindset carries into my approach to sustainability. I believe good design starts with using what we already have wisely: choosing durable materials, minimizing waste, designing for longevity, and allowing the inherent qualities of a material to do the work. Wood, in particular, is an 'honest' material, in that it is not fabricated or manufactured, as opposed to plastics. Its grain, texture, variation, and imperfections tell a story, and I prefer to celebrate those qualities rather than disguise them.
Woodworking gives me a different way to explore the ideas I work with professionally, and provides an outlet for designs that otherwise would never see the light of day. It lets me move from drawings and concepts to something tangible. That exploration in the craft supplies the freedom to say that no idea is too far fetched or unachievable. There is a certain satisfaction in seeing a vision become real through material, joinery, and craftsmanship.
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Ultimately, I see woodworking as an extension of design; an opportunity to combine architectural thinking with hands-on making. Whether I’m building a piece of furniture, a custom built-in, or simply experimenting in the shop, my goal is the same: create something thoughtful, purpose-built, enduring, and unique, using craftsmanship to bring it all to life.
The result is work that sits somewhere between concept and craft—thoughtful in its design, honest in its materials, and made to last generations.
