Meet the Craftsman
Passion - Craftmanship - Purpose
My journey into woodworking began with a formal cabinetmaking apprenticeship at an architectural woodworking firm in Salt Lake City. After earning my Journeyman status, my foreman started bringing me the projects no one else wanted—pieces that had been broken in transit, damaged during installation or scarred during the construction process. Most of my coworkers avoided those jobs, but I welcomed the challenge, hoping to prove myself. What started as an opportunity to impress my boss soon became a lifelong passion.
In the beginning, I was drawn to the challenge of solving problems that others couldn't. Every damaged piece was like a puzzle waiting to be figured out. Over time, however, my perspective changed. As I restored furniture that held deep personal meaning for my clients, I discovered that the work was about much more than repairs.
I believe the greatest compliment you can give a craftsman is to continue using something they created. By restoring and extending the life of a cherished piece, I honor the skill, time and care that went into making it. At the same time, I help keep quality furniture out of the landfill because not everything needs to be replaced. Most importantly, I help preserve the memories, stories and family history that make each piece truly irreplaceable.
For me, furniture restoration isn't simply about fixing wood. It's about honoring craftsmanship, respecting our resources and preserving the pieces that continue to tell a story for generations to come. When a beautifully restored piece finds its place into a home or business again, it doesn't just fill a room—it adds character, creates warmth and helps transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary places.
In the beginning, I was drawn to the challenge of solving problems that others couldn't. Every damaged piece was like a puzzle waiting to be figured out. Over time, however, my perspective changed. As I restored furniture that held deep personal meaning for my clients, I discovered that the work was about much more than repairs.
I believe the greatest compliment you can give a craftsman is to continue using something they created. By restoring and extending the life of a cherished piece, I honor the skill, time and care that went into making it. At the same time, I help keep quality furniture out of the landfill because not everything needs to be replaced. Most importantly, I help preserve the memories, stories and family history that make each piece truly irreplaceable.
For me, furniture restoration isn't simply about fixing wood. It's about honoring craftsmanship, respecting our resources and preserving the pieces that continue to tell a story for generations to come. When a beautifully restored piece finds its place into a home or business again, it doesn't just fill a room—it adds character, creates warmth and helps transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary places.
