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ONE TREE, ONE CRAFTSMAN
ONE TREE is a collection of furniture made from a single Mesquite Tree.
The “ONE TREE” collection will be on display at Ice House Phoenix, during Urban Organics.
Starting with a Chilean/Argentine Mesquite tree milled by Todd Langford, I set out to create a complete collection.
This collection will include:
A living room set- side table, coffee table, 2 end tables, and 2 tiny tables.
A patio set- bench, 2 end tables, and a patio bar.
This wood is deeply figured and unique, the colors and grains show though in a vivid manner. The pieces within each set are cut so you can see where in each slab they came from.
Urban Organics– October 7th at 6:00 pm
Featuring: Joe Holdren, Scott Woodward and Myself
The Buttes!!!
Phoenix Marriott Tempe at The Buttes
Three months ago I was asked to sketch up a few designs for the Buttes and see about building a few new tables for their patio. They liked what I presented. After a few meetings and conversations I started the build out. Working with some local saw mills (and one in Oregon), I set out to find the perfect wood. I chose many varieties: Black Acacia, three types of Mesquite, White Ash, Arizona Elm, Oregon Cottonwood, Maple, Grenadino, and Aleppo Pine. Next, I set out to design the bases, using 1 1/2 and 2″ square tube steel with wood inserts, one adjustable. I trussed them in four unique ways using some custom iron, antique fence pieces, some bar stock and some unique craftsmanship. Each table base is its own while following a common theme, so they match without being the same. For the wood, I used some live edge and free forms, as well as cut some square. By following the nature in each piece, the tops formed themselves into color and shape, contrast that gives the pieces even more dimension. The rustic, clean look fits well with the modern restaurant architecture set in rocks amidst a cactus garden. Being given so much artistic freedom this project embodies the Industrial Craftsman style.
Urban Lumber!
‘What is Urban Lumber?’ you may ask… Think of all the unique and interesting trees people grow here in the Valley. Then think about all the downed trees you see during monsoon season, when someone has to remove a tree because of where it’s growing. Where do these trees go? To the dump? To the mulch or compost farm? Why not to a local saw mill where they can be turned into lumber? On my quest for new and different wood for a project, I found three sources of just that, lumber made from trees that grew in the city. Imagine all the exotic hardwoods you could ever want grown right near home, no more cutting down the rainforest or national park near you, and the hardwoods are amazing. I found Maple (from Oregon), Arizona Ash, Elm, Cottonwood, Black Acacia, and four types of Mesquite so different in color that it’s hard to believe they were the same type of tree. Talk about sustainable Local, Handmade, furniture built from renewable and beautiful wood.
Candle Holders!
Candles are a romantic way to make home feel like home. Whether you burn them for light, scent or ceremony, candles play a big part for many of us. So, Industrial Craftsman Furniture decided to give them a proper home in your home. These candle stands are made of parts and scraps left over from my furniture projects. They are unique, handmade, pieces of mini furniture for you to enjoy. Prices starting at around $20.
We also made the candles featured. Check out Solar Love Candles on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/solarlovecandles
Ponderosa pine dining table with matching coffee table!
Dining table made of ponderosa pine: It features a two piece live edge top, steel legs, cross braces, and wooden feet. It is a nice, thick slab of wood, solid, well built, and one of a kind. Completed with a natural finish of linseed oil and wax.
Coffee Table!
What’s better than a rad one-of-a-kind foraged, hand built diner table? The matching coffee table. Also featuring two planks, steel cross bars, wood feet and adjuster.
ICF / Botanical Gardens Plant Sale
BBQ Season is coming!
With only 23 days until fall weather will be warm and the evenings perfect. It is time to dust off the grill and start BBQ season. We are looking forward to 9 months of outdoor living. Are you ready? Now is a perfect time to add a little touch to your outdoor space. Do you have enough seats? BBQ grill? Table or a bench? Planter or trellis to set the mood? or maybe a lawn sculpture. At industrial Craftsman Furniture I send a lot of time building out door spaces. Add some ICF to your garden party this spring.