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.
FURNITURE BY CARLISLE is a small custom woodworking business. After many years of woodworking and running a mill work business, I have been privileged to be able to buy a piece of mountain real estate on which I have my home and shop.
I have been interested in woodworking all my life. I started my woodworking career in the California Bay area, creating and selling items from Fisherman’s Wharf and Telegraph Avenue in Berkley, California.
From there, in 1970, I met a Master Woodworker and participated in an "Old World" apprenticeship, working for free, in order to learn the art of custom mill work.
My experience working with wood ranges from logging to designing and building handcrafted log homes, to creating the mill work package for a $50 million private residence located in one of Colorado's exclusive ski resort communities, to a portfolio-full of custom designed and created furniture pieces for clients all across the country.
I was also involved in the restoration of the Beaumont Hotel in Ouray, Colorado. This project received an award, from President Bush in the White House, for the best privately funded historical restoration project in the nation.
I also disassembled the old Rio Grand engine house in Westcliffe, Colorado, numbered the original building pieces, created a new foundation, fell trees and from them milled new timbers to replace rotted ones, and reassembled the entire building. This building is now part of the railroad museum.
I recreated the historic front entrance for the Majestic Theater in Loveland, Colorado. I also duplicated the historic front entrance of the Rico, Colorado County Courthouse. Additionally, I was involved in the restoration of a historic log buildings near Ft. Collins, Colorado.
During my career, I worked in Alaska building log homes along the Kenai River, and worked in the bush creating fun projects such as a log gravity water tower for a hunting camp.
I have worked on many high-end homes in the major ski resort communities in Colorado. I built a contemporary stair case for a home in Telluride, CO, which was chosen as one of the six best stair cases in the Rocky Mountain region. I ran an architectural mill work company for many years, until I decided to build a shop at my small ranch near Ridgway, Colorado.
My woodworking passions lie in historical restoration and furniture making. I enjoy working with people to help design their dreams and then turn them into physical realities.
My work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Mountain Living Magazine, The Brilliant Magazine, Stone and Tile Design Magazine, Luxury Home Quarterly, Kitchen Trends, Metal Construction News, Signature Kitchen and Bath, and the Vail Daily and Aspen Times newspapers.
I enjoy riding Harley's and horses, downhill skiing, and flying airplanes in Alaska.
I look forward to the opportunity of many more years of creating new dreams for you in the worlds of furniture making and historical restoration.
Testimonials
What people are saying
Peter Young
For Walnut And Spanish Cedar Humidor
Scott is so easy to work with, great listener and a true craftsman. I can't recommend him highly enough.
Steven Krill
For Black Walnut Dining Table With Welded Steel Base
We love the table Scott made for us. That's the bottom line. I've never had furniture custom made, but after working with Scott, I wouldn't hesitate to do it again over purchasing something from a store. Scott was great, communicating all of the time and he turned around the table when he said he would. Great guy, great work. I highly recommend him.
Tamraj Millikan
For Round End Table From Reclaimed Old Pine
Great to work with Scott. He is fast, reliable, and does quality work. The table top he made for us is beautiful!
RSralph Searfoss
For Ralph's Dining Table
Scott built a 72" round white oak table for me. The final product is exquisite. It's exactly what I wanted. The craftsmanship and process could not have been better. Thanks Scott.
Spencer Marsh
For Reclaimed Stair Railings
It was great to work with Scott - He listened to what we had in mind while also giving advise along the way. He always kept in touch and made sure we saw pictures of the build during the process. We will definitely use Scott and The Woodsmith again!.
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Maker Policies
Shipping Policy
Area served: All of the United States. Local regions include the Rocky Mountain Region; Western Slope of Colorado including Telluride, Vail, Aspen, Crested Butte, Durango, Salida, Steamboat Springs and Grand Junction. All Western United States Region including New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, California, Oregon and Washington. WHITE GLOVE "PERSONAL" DELIVERIES MAY BE AVAILABLE ANY WHERE IN THE UNITED STATES UPON REQUEST. Shipping Methods: To be determined for each project. Some projects can be personally delivered anywhere in the country if the clients want this kind of personal service.
Maker Policy
FURNITURE BY CARLISLE will refund the initial down payment only if the the project is cancelled, in writing, within 48 hours of our receipt of the deposit. The deposit is for the purpose of reserving shop time and purchasing materials. After the first 48 hours, we will refund 25% of the total deposit if a new project is contracted with FURNITURE BY CARLISLE within 15 days. The balance of the deposit will be used for time already invested in the project and for the cost of returning materials. Custom work is never returnable. Once a project is started then balance is due in full even if you call to cancel. ALL SHIPPING MUST INCLUDE INSURANCE, FOR FULL REPLACEMENT COST, PAID IN ADVANCE BY THE CLIENT. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY. Any damage which occurs during shipping will be repaired at FURNITURE BY CARLISLE shop, The client is responsible for cost of all repairs and all freight costs, for both directions. Client will do the required paperwork to be reimbursed. FURNITURE BY CARLISLE will be paid by the client in full prior to starting the damage repairs. Clients may pick up projects at FURNITURE BY CARLISLE shop. Any Warranty work will be at the FURNITURE BY CARLISLE shop, with shipping costs, for both directions, being paid by client. Prior to the commencement of warranty work, Client must send detailed photos of the problem to FURNITURE BY CARLISLE , who will approve, in writing, the intended warranty work. FURNITURE BY CARLISLE warrants workmanship only. Any hardware is covered under original manufacturer's warranty only. FURNITURE BY CARLISLE does not warrant any damage caused by user abuse or normal wear and tear. Categorizing the type of repair, i.e. issues caused by workmanship, shipping, abuse, etc. is the sole determination of FURNITURE BY CARLISLE, and all decisions are final.
