Custom furniture design and production.
We are a custom design and artisan shop producing unique pieces of furniture for the discerning client. Our specialties include Japanese based design, Biedermeier, French and English periods, Art Deco and Art Neauveau.
Keywords: Custom furniture,Japanese, French, English, Biedermeier, reproduction, restoration
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
40+ years.
What is your primary product or service?
Custom design and crafting of furniture, sculpture and other wood products.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Always worked with my hands on all kinds of stuff from an early age. It became a real interest as a career during a summer job in a cabinet shop while completing a degree in Russisan language. Graduated, taught art amd shop for five
Years then started my own custom furniture studio
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Most furniture makers have a recognizable style that seems to find its way into all that they produce. I like to be challenged on EVERY commission so that I'm exploring new styles, techniques and materials whenever possible.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location, one bench and lots of yools. I like it that way.
Provide detailed directions to your location
I'm just off the intersection of 23rd and East Madison (22nd and East Olive St.) just before sloping Madison St. heads down to Madison Park.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash or check, no credit cards.
Which areas do you service?
The world.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Sole proprietor.
What are your hours of operation?
Generally 8am until 6pm.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
"We're really pleased." ......and repeat or referred business, of course!
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
"You can fly as far as thought to anywhere that is but you must first begin by knowing that you are already there."....Richard Bach, 'Jonathan Livingston Seagull'