Black Cherry And Flower Inlay Desk With Hutch
This custom designed black cherry desk with hutch was built for my client's daughter so she would have a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing place to do her schoolwork. The design was meant to be fun, yet sophisticated so she would be happy to use it as she grows older. It also features her favorite color-red :) To make the desk something extra special, I decorated the top and bottom drawer front with hand cut inlay in wenge, birdseye maple and other vibrantly dyed hardwoods. The flower design is based on the red quince. The desk features dovetailed drawers with hidden under mount ball bearing drawer slides with a nice soft-close feature. The pretty gold plated hardware was chosen by the young lady who owns the desk. The piece is hand finished with multiple layers of oil polyurethane to highlight the figure of the wood and provide maximum protection. If you are interested in this piece or something like it, feel free to contact me, and I would be happy to give you a price quote and discuss the many options available.
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My name is Aaron Maes. I'm an artist, designer and master furniture maker. My work is known for its quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.
My formal training is in studio art. I like to draw and paint, but in school I quickly gravitated to sculpture in wood and metal.
The physical process, the immediate feedback and the noise and smells and dust-the overall experience really engaged me creatively. The transition to furniture making was a natural one. I have always appreciated the art of finely crafted furniture, the beauty of the wood itself and the design challenges involved. It also lends itself well to my perfectionist nature as I strive to create art in a functional and beautiful piece.
My work is based on my love for the craft. I especially appreciate the design of the Arts and Crafts Movement and the simple lines of Shaker furniture, but I also thrive on the challenge to create a beautiful and well engineered piece that compliments an existing space or existing furniture.
- CB
Clarissa Bodde
For Cherry four post spindle bed5.0 - JP
Julia Phillips
For Custom Designed Walnut And Curly Maple Bed4.7Aaron and his son just left after delivering out bedroom set. We are THRILLED!! The pieces are gorgeous and extremely well made - they will last more than a lifetime. Aaron has been a pleasure to work with as we worked through details of the design, dimensions, hardware options, etc. He has always been extremely responsive to messages and has regularly kept us posted on the progress. This has been a particularly challenging year for him and his family, which led to a delay in delivery (hence the lower rating on "timeliness"), but the pieces were really worth waiting for. If we have other furniture needs, we will definitely contact Aaron.
- MG
Mark Goldstein
For Mission-style stand-up desk5.0Just thrilled.
This was a different sort of project - an unconventional piece of furniture (a standing desk, set up for computer access) in a mission/arts and crafts style.
Aaron put in a ton of time at the front end to ensure that the design was exactly right. Tremendous attention to detail, and beautiful craftsmanship. Delivery coincided with the 2012 Fine Furnishings show, at which it was featured and highly complimented.
Aaron was a pleasure to work. Thanks again.
- JM
Julie Morrison
For Julie's Bathroom Vanity Base5.0Very communicative. Wonderful work. Would hire again.
- RW
Ron Wald
For Home office desk5.0Aaron is a professional craftsman. His professionalism comes out in his communication throughout the process. His accessibility, responsiveness, openness and honesty all blend effortlessly to make a sizable online purchase like this a truly fantastic experience. His craftsmanship is incredible. I wanted a special desk, worthy of being "showcased" just off the entry way of our home. I have purchased custom pieces before; I had high expectations. Aaron surpassed them all. On time, on budget and delivering amazing quality.
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