Long-time member
A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.
Fast shipper
Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.
Great service
This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.
I started designing and crafting custom furniture for clients over forty years ago as a teenager in my father's garage. After thirty-five years in international business; I have returned to my roots. I work with a variety of hardwoods including; oak, walnut, maple, mahogany and metals including steel, stainless steel and copper.
My designs are not for everyone, but if you were looking for conventional, cheap and temporary, you'd be browsing the IKEA website.
My clients don't buy furniture, they adopt functional art. My privilege is to reveal the next life of the once living tree. I start with the wood and often use the pieces others would avoid. What others see as flaws that would slow production, I see as character that deserves to be celebrated.
I subscribe to the idea of "Japanese Quality" derived from Total Quality Management. In this context there are two kinds of quality:
Atarimae hinshitsu and Miryokuteki hinshitsu.
Atarimae hinshitsu（当 たり前品質） - The idea that things will work as they are supposed to (e.g. a pen will write). It is the functional requirement.
Miryokuteki hinshitsu （魅 力的品質）- The idea that things should have an aesthetic quality which is different from "atarimae hinshitsu" (e.g. a pen will write in a way that is pleasing to the writer, and leave behind ink that is pleasing to the reader).
I encourage you to view my designs while knowing I would love an opportunity to craft something especially for you.
Testimonials
What people are saying
Brent Meyer
For Table Top
What started off a a great project ended terribly. Dana built a rustic table top for us an promised he would secure it to our base. The top was full of large gaps - it was made of thin wood and he did not secure it. In fact it could fall on any one of our children and hurt them (or worse). When we tried to discuss with him, he picked up his tools - turned off his phone - and left.
MLMaggie Levine
For custom redwood parsons table
I initially posted an extremely positive review for Dana. I loved my table and found him to be a pleasure to work with. Unfortunately, when the table developed an enormous crack, and I contacted him multiple times and sent photos, Dana never replied. I'm so disappointed and contacted Custom Made Support to allow me to change my review.
ALAdrian L
For Walnut Two Level Round Coffee Table
Very happy with the custom coffee table Dana Valley has created for us. I can see the dedication and time he put into it. He is timely in responding to any questions or concerns via email or message through custommade.com. He delivered the table straight to our home as promised. The completion time was a little delayed by few days but it was still close to estimated date. He had a few other orders to finish before ours. This can be expected with any custom made orders, we would not want them to rush any projects and cut corners. I would rather have him put the necessary time and care to do things right, and we got exactly what we wanted. Thank you Dana Valley, I would highly recommend to you, 5 stars all around!
BSBowie Sims
For custom bed
Dana did an exquisite job on our custom bed for our daughter. He thought of everything and once it was assembled, we were delighted. He is also very prompt with communication.
Bradley Morone
For Industrial Style Reclaimed Wood And Steel Dining Table Or Desk
Took a bit of time but that's ok, everything went fine overall except the final product just wasn't really what I hoped for. The stain is far off, and now I need to spend more money on an additional professional locally to finish it better. I have certainly learned if I go custom, use local, the fact they couldn't come and see the products they were trying to match in real life and only via photos really put a damper on this entire project. That aside Dana's communication is probably second to none and is as helpful as can be.
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Maker Policies
Shipping Policy
I am happy to personally deliver throughout California, Arizona and Nevada. Because of the variable sizes and weights, third party shipping will be quoted by the client's vendor of choice (FedEx, UPS) and paid by the client for destinations beyond my delivery/installation area.
Installation Policy
None
Maker Policy
Prior to purchase, clients can request a complete description of the materials and design, images and dimensions of the product. Commissions for custom designs are not refundable. However, every effort will be made to satisfy the customer's initial requirements. Returns for purchases of in-stock items will incur a 15% re-stocking charge of resell-able items and the client is responsible for the return packaging and shipping.
