For this piece I selected a round live edge piece of maple. What drew me to this piece of wood was the crack in it. I then inlaid walnut bow ties to give it strength and stability. For the base I used 1 1/4" steel tube in a clean modern style. This is a studio piece that was made on spec, so it is available for purchase. I can also customize it with different wood or size. This one is about 40"-36" in diameter and 18" high.
A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.
Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.
This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.
Donald Mee crafts exquisite, handmade furniture using the finest quality materials, often incorporating rare and hard-to-find wood species. Each piece is designed to be timeless, complementing any decor while offering lasting beauty. Built to be cherished for generations, these stunning works of art become the focal point of any room, showcasing unmatched craftsmanship and elegance.
Edward Morales
For Industrial Inspired Bar StoolUnfortunately, I never got around to posting a review of the stools I ordered from Donald a few years back -- Sorry Donald!
The stools are beautiful and I have received countless compliments about them from people that have seen them. The are surprisingly comfortable too as we got the "scooped" out. Love these stool!
Mel Thompson
For Walnut Slab Dining TableWe hired Donald to build an 8 foot custom live edge Walnut bar height table for our new office space in San Francisco. His communication was superb and he kept me updated on the project from start to finish. I sent him a few examples of what we had in mind and he even sent me photos of raw slabs from the lumber yard for us to pick from and custom sketched different table legs for us. Long story short, Donald was a pleasure to work with and our new table is definitely the highlight of our office and everyone's favorite piece. I've already been asked for his contact information from 3 of my coworkers! I highly recommend him. Thanks, Donald!
jenny cesaria
For bubinga dining tableDonald was a total pro and very easy to work together on our table. The end result was better than expected and a true work of art. We would highly recommend Donald and his work and inspiration. We will surely work with him again.
Garald Deakins
For Industrial Inspired Bar StoolExcellent communication and follow-up by Donald and Rebekah from start to finish. Timely response on all questions and they provided thoughtful options to all our questions throughout the process. Communication with the shipper leaves room for improvement. Shipping is taking longer than expected, and have yet to receive response from them regarding tracking info. Anticipate we will be pleased with the final product when they arrive. No hesitation recommending Donald Mee Designs for your custom project.
Maryann Alexander
For Spalted Maple And Steel Coffee TableBeing that this is the first time I ordered a custome piece of furniture over the Internet was very nurvous. Rebekah at Donald Mee Designs spent a lot of time communicating with me to keep me calm. She sent pictures and helped me decide on slab and design. I had one day available to deliver the pieces and she was able to have them delivered on that day. Rebekah stayed in communication with me till I had confirmation of delivery time. The tables were delivered and we absolutely love them. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars on value is that I'm inexperienced on the cost of custom furniture. I paid a lot more than I expected but love the tables so much that I think it was worth it. These two pieces will now be the center pieces of our living room. I would definitely recommend working with Donald Mee and will again myself if the need arises.
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