The Brief
Every piece starts with a conversation. For this project, the client wanted a dedicated coffee station that felt intentional, not like an afterthought tucked into a corner. This was to be a statement piece along a wall adjacent to the kitchen. The ask: walnut, open shelving, something with presence.
The Build
I started with the arch, the defining detail of the piece. I think we immediately knew this was the right way to go and building it actually not as complex as it may seem. Bending and laminating the double walnut arch required a fairly simple mold that I could bend and laminate around. The hardest part was calculating and accommodating for spring back so I could run the legs straight down the side.
Once the frame was set, I could move onto the back and cabinet.
Featuring full dovetail construction, I built the cabinet out of sequential boards from the same tree as the two shelves.
The back of the coffee bar section features imported Italian tile that beautifully compliments the warm rich walnut tones. While the lower cabinet features frosted glass panel doors with brass hardware, functional storage that keeps the visual weight grounded without closing off the piece.
The Finish
Featuring a fully hand applied oil wax finish, the walnut has a rich lustery sheen and a tactile feel that exudes warmth.
The Details
- Materials: American black walnut, handset Italian ceramic tile, handblown frosted glass doors.
- Dimensions: 35 × 15 × 84
- Lead time: 12 weeks from deposit
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