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Custom Bookshelf Build

Custom Bookshelf Build

Designing and building a matching set of custom bookshelves to fit into a specific area in a clients home. Made from solid cherry and maple wood, these bookshelves feature a frame and panel construction, all solid hardwoods and book matched panels.

Tool Review - Delta Unisaw Splitter

Tool Review - Delta Unisaw Splitter

If you own a right-tilting Unisaw, you have to have this accessory! Delta’s 34-868 disappearing splitter with anti-kickback fingers. This is the best!

Woodworking TipsDerik VanVleetFebruary 3, 2020table saw, woodworking tips, tips and tricks, Unisaw, Delta Unisaw, table saw accessories, table saw splitter, workshop tips

Custom Corner Office Desk

Custom Corner Office Desk

Building a custom corner office desk to fit into a clients specific space. This corner desk is built using ambrosia maple for the base of the desk and soft maple for the top. The desk is finished with a hand-rubbed oil and wax finish.

Client WorkDerik VanVleetJanuary 24, 2020Desk, desk design, corner desk, ambrosia maple, maple, office decor, home decor, custom furniture, custom woodworking, custom desk, custom design

Building a Trestle Table - Dining Table

Building a Trestle Table - Dining Table

Trestle tables are a great design to consider when you are trying to create a very comfortable seating arrangement for your guests. Add a matching bench and you can create a very versatile seating arrangement!

Client WorkDerik VanVleetJanuary 17, 2020trestle table, dining table, trestle table build, building a trestle table, walnut table, walnut dining table, DIY, woodworking, DIY dining table, DIY table, custom furniture, custom dining table, walnut wood

Matching Mid Century Modern Bedside Tables

Matching Mid Century Modern Bedside Tables

Building a custom set of Mid Century Modern bedside tables for an Atlanta client. Using solid cherry hardwood and solid steel hairpin legs.

Sliding Walnut Barn Door Build

Sliding Walnut Barn Door Build

Building a custom walnut sliding barn door for a client in Atlanta

Mid-Century Modern Side Table Build

Mid-Century Modern Side Table Build

Building a mid-Century Modern side table from reclaimed white oak and utilizing modern steel legs.

Client WorkDerik VanVleetDecember 2, 2018Furniture, Furniture Making, furniture design, handcrafted furniture, Custom Made, custom furniture, custom table, mid-century modern, side table, white oak, Design, woodworking, wood

Walnut Console Table Build

Walnut Console Table Build

In this blog post, I will talk about building this amazing console table out of a single walnut board.

Client WorkDerik VanVleetSeptember 6, 2018Console Table, Walnut Table, Walnut, wood, walnut wood, occasional table, hall table, hallway table, narrow table, narrow console table, book matched, breadboards

Massive Dining Table Build - Part 2

Massive Dining Table Build - Part 2

This is Part 2 of the massive dining table build where I build the top and apply the finish.

Client WorkDerik VanVleetAugust 27, 2018VanVleet Woodworkingdining table, wood dining table, woodworking, wood, table, trestle table, red oak, oak dining table, oak table

Massive Dining Table Build - Part 1

Massive Dining Table Build - Part 1

Part 1 of building a massive dining trestle table that will seat 12+ people.

Client WorkDerik VanVleetAugust 15, 2018dining table, trestle table, red oak, custom table, home decor, custom furniture, handcrafted, handcrafted furniture, large dining table, wood dining table

Guest Post - How I Maximized Utility, Style and Space in My Midtown Studio

Guest Post - How I Maximized Utility, Style and Space in My Midtown Studio

Guest Post - How I maximized utility, style and space in my midtown studio through customized furniture

Client WorkDerik VanVleetJuly 25, 2018Midtown Atlanta, Bathroom Cabinet, Floating Shelves, Design, Atlanta, Style, Home Decoration, Home Decor, Furniture Style, Standing Desk, Furniture, Custom Furniture, Home Style, Desk, Furniture Design, Condo Living Comment

How to Design Great Furniture

How to Design Great Furniture

Five principles to follow in order to take your furniture designs to the next level.

Woodworking TipsDerik VanVleetJuly 18, 2018maker, build, custom furniture, furniture design, Furniture Making, custom design, design great furniture, great furniture design

Furniture Design - Tips from the Trade

Furniture Design - Tips from the Trade

Always be changing and tinkering with your designs, but also keep function a priority when designing.

Woodworking TipsDerik VanVleetApril 5, 2018Desk, office desk, slant leg desk, ambrosia maple, wood desk, wood desk ideas, desk design, furniture design, design Comment