Mid-Century Modern Platform Bed
A Mid-Century Modern Platform Bed. This particular double bed is made of American Walnut but any size or wood species can be used.
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My name is Mike and I am “The Wood Hobbit”. Of course that moniker is derived from the JRR Tolkien classics of which I am a huge fan.
I love making furniture. I have a real passion for the craft of woodworking in general and furniture making specifically.
I’ve been building projects for the better part of 40 years. The ‘organic-ness’ of wood and the variations of color and grain captivate me. Wood is alive, even after the tree has been harvested, sawn, and dried; even after the furniture has been formed the wood breathes and has great life. No, the tree doesn’t continue to grow leaves or produce fruit, but it does continue to evolve over time. If the craftsman has done his job the wood will evolve into even higher things of beauty. This evolution is always unique…even the same design over and over…the grain, color and species will always set apart one piece from another.
Over time I’ve developed my “wheelhouse” of skill boundaries. Case goods…cabinets (not the kitchen variety), desks, bookcases, beds, tables, benches, entertainment centers, shelves, stools, chairs, rockers, and more. I have built projects from the simple to not-so-simple. Design possibilities includes Arts and Craft, Mission, Stickley, Greene and Greene, Contemporary, Mid-Century modern, and American Rustic. I am, however, careful to say that I am not a complete woodworker. For example, I don’t carve wood, at least into figurines and such. Why? Because I don’t have that talent……that is much more of an artist’s approach. After all, “a man’s got to know his limitations”.
And with my engineering background my creations tend to be robust. You could set a pickup truck on most things I build.
So today I have a small dedicated wood shop of ~750 sq.ft. with enough tools and equipment to do just about anything I need or want to do.
If you’ve gotten this far I thank you for reading this. And if you find something on this page that “tickles your fancy” please feel free to contact me and we’ll ‘talk’.
Mike
BSBeth Schoenfeldt
For Tall Bar Stools5.0Couldn't be happier with our tall stools, they are works of art and very reasonably priced. Working with Mike was a pleasure, he stayed in touch and delivered as promised. Thank you!
- CH
Cameron Hubbard
For Mid-Century Modern Platform Bed5.0A first-rate experience. My wife and I have been waiting years to purchase a solid wood bed. We stumbled across photos of Michael's work on custommade, and then reached out to him to see if he could create what we were looking for. Michael was receptive to our design needs and demonstrated care and consideration throughout the entire project, ultimately delivering on a beautiful, custom crafted bed. I can't say enough about this experience. I appreciate it!
- JW
Joy whitman
For Solid Walnut Queen Bed Frame And Headboard5.0Michael was amazing to work with. He took a photo I had and made a bed frame for me better than the photo. He was great communicating every step of the way from wood choice to delivery. He delivered the frame himself, put it together for me, and did not leave until he knew it was all set up perfectly. He completed the project before the deadline. The price was completely worth the product. I definitely recommend him and would work with him again.
- EW
Emily Willborn
For Tall Bar Stools (Barstools)5.0Mike (The Wood Hobbit) made our tall bar stools wonderfully. We have a bar area in our apartment that is much higher than a normal countertop, and he was able to adjust the design of the stools to ensure our stools are beautiful and sturdy. He sent us pictures of the process and consulted us when he realized the stools could use some extra stabilization. His work was thoughtful and thorough. He was flexible during the pandemnic about shipping arrangements, and ended up being able to ship quickly and efficiently with no problem at all.
Our stools are beautiful, clearly of excellent quality, and fit in perfectly with our space. More than happy with the value and quality of work!
- SB
Sherri Brown
For Dining table/island5.0Michael was able to capture my vision perfectly. Every moment of this process has been smooth (for me!) and I'm thrilled beyond my wildest dreams. He is a true artist.
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