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Expressive Furniture

& Architectural Elements

I design and build custom pieces to exacting standards, creating expressive work tailored to your space. Handmade in Durham, NC.

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  • “Courtney took our rough idea and turned it into a beautiful and unique piece we’ll cherish for decades.”

    — Alex • Halo Cabinet

  • “Working with him struck the perfect balance between creativity and practicality.”

    — Olivia • Ash Entryway

  • “Courtney has a rare balance of being both a visionary and an incredible listener.”

    — Liam • Fretline Pedalboard

Featured Projects

Wooden garden gate with a circular window, set in a wooden fence surrounded by green foliage and plants.
Wooden coffee table with a natural wood finish and a decorative brass inlay running through the center, placed on a gray floor.
A bedroom with a large bed, white bedding, gray pillows, two nightstands with matching lamps, windows with blinds, and a door.
A modern digital keyboard with a white body and black and white keys, housed in a wooden desk with a multi-level wooden shelf above, set against a dark background.
Mid-century modern wooden bar cabinet with glass doors and gold handles, featuring a green drawer at the top, set against a plain white background.
A wooden chair on a gravel path surrounded by tall green grasses and trees in the background.
Wooden crib in a cozy nursery with a window, bookshelf, and plants.

About 
Courtney

Woodworking runs deep in my family history. Building on the foundation laid by my father and grandfather, I now design and craft bespoke furniture and architectural elements in Durham, NC.

My focus is simple: uncompromising standards, traditional joinery, and creating expressive work that lasts for generations.

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Inside the Shop

See It Come Together

I share the stories behind each piece I build — from design decisions to final details — so you can watch the whole process unfold.

Built From the Best

Every piece begins with carefully selected lumber. I work with mills that share my commitment to quality and responsible sourcing.

Studio Notes

  • The Grove Gate: New Craftsmanship with an Old Soul

    For a 1923 home in Richmond, the goal wasn’t just to build a gate — it was to stop people in their tracks. Here is how I blended 1920s techniques with modern engineering to create a piece that feels like it has been standing for a century.

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  • The Halo Cabinet: Designing a Sanctuary for Memories

    Can furniture bring memories to life? Let’s take a look behind the scenes of the Halo Cabinet — from the physics-defying "floating" design and hand-forged hardware to the hidden joinery techniques that ensure it lasts for generations.

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  • The Kintsugi Coffee Table: From Chaos to Calm

    Inspired by a client’s wish for “calm,” we turned to the art of Kintsugi. Discover how molten brass and organic curves came together to create a coffee table that is more than furniture — it’s a conversation piece.

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