A chest top is basically a little stage, and a few thoughtful pieces can turn it into the coziest focal point in the room. Drape a Bead Garland for Farmhouse Charm Drape a wood bead garland for effortless farmhouse charm on your chest top. A simple wood bead garland draped across the chest top adds that relaxed farmhouse vibe without taking up much space. I use garlands a lot when I’m styling chests for photos…
A raised ranch front entrance can feel a little flat outside and a little cramped inside, but it’s also the perfect blank canvas for smart wood-focused upgrades. Build Planter Benches Into the Steps A built-in planter bench makes raised ranch steps feel grand—simple, crafted, and beautifully green. For a real head-turner on a raised ranch front entrance, I’ve built planter benches that flank the steps—half seating, half greenery. Using stained wood boxes with simple liners…
Modern office furniture doesn’t have to feel cold or cookie-cutter—my favorite spaces mix clean lines with warm wood grain and a few smart details. Here are modern office furniture ideas I’ve built (or helped friends build) that keep things sleek, functional, and genuinely cozy to work in. Sit-Stand Desk Base Minimal sit-stand desk base with warm wood top—clean lines, craft feel, modern upgrade. Swapping a basic top onto adjustable desk legs is one of the…
The right basement cabinets can turn that dim, forgotten space into the most useful room in the house. I’ve built everything from simple storage runs to full-on entertaining setups down there, and a few smart choices make it feel finished fast. Pull-Out Pantry Cabinets for Snacks A tall pull-out pantry keeps basement snacks visible, tidy, and easy to grab in one smooth slide. Tall pull-out pantry-style basement cabinets are my favorite for snack organization in…
A good stool is one of those small pieces that can totally change how a room feels—without a full furniture overhaul. I’ve built (and rebuilt) more stools than I can count, and these ideas are the ones I keep coming back to when I want something useful, pretty, and fun to make. Upholstered Top Stool With Rustic Legs Cozy upholstered stool with rustic wooden legs—minimal, warm, and farmhouse-ready. Mixing wood with fabric gives you a…
Scandinavian dining rooms hit that sweet spot: clean and minimal, but still warm enough that you actually want to linger at the table. If you’re craving bright light, honest wood grain, and a cozy hygge vibe without the clutter, these ideas are the ones I keep coming back to in my own projects. Resin Inlay as a Subtle “Ice” Detail A thin frosty resin inlay turns a pale wood tabletop into a quiet winter river.…
A shabby chic entryway is that sweet spot where timeworn wood, soft neutrals, and a little vintage romance all meet right at the door. Under-Stair Nook Mini Entryway Under the stairs, a distressed wood shelf and one basket create an airy shabby-chic entry nook. I’ve helped set up an entryway under the stairs with a slim shelf, a mirror, and one basket, and it felt like we “found” extra square footage. Keeping the palette airy…
A live edge coffee table has this magic way of making a room feel grounded, cozy, and a little bit wild—in the best way. I’ve built a lot of them in my workshop, and the fun is always in letting the slab’s natural shape lead the design. Cantilevered Live Edge for a Floating Feel A cantilevered live-edge coffee table that looks like it’s floating—pure crafted magic. A cantilevered live edge design feels like the slab…
The best makerspaces feel like they can shape-shift in minutes—one moment you’re building, the next you’re brainstorming, and then you’re back to messy making. Clamp Rack Bench Endcap A sleek bench endcap clamp rack—keeps clamps tidy, within reach, and off the floor. If your makerspace uses clamps, give them a home by adding a clamp rack right onto the end of a bench. I did this after stepping on one too many clamps, and now…
A shelf above a desk is one of my favorite ways to make a workspace feel finished without eating up precious floor space. With the right mix of wood shelving, storage, and a little styling, you can turn “just a desk” into a spot you actually want to sit down at. Rustic Shelf With Metal Brackets Rustic reclaimed wood shelf on black brackets—farmhouse warmth above a minimalist desk. If you love farmhouse vibes, a thick…
