Thompson Haskell REDesign

I am coordinating a project with my wife. Cheri did the architectural work for the ranch headquarters, and I am doing some reclaimed wood and steel work for the offices. This wood is century old redwood from an old barn on the ranch. Rivet details and angle iron compliment the beautiful wood. Still unfinished, light touch to preserve the history. Next up a conference table base. I love to turn old wood into memories!

Artisans in steel

Italian craftsmen. Beautiful steel work from Rome, Ischia, and Sienna. I have got some new techniques to work on!

The seating arrangement is finished. I really like the rhythm of the inverted trapezoid table base with the benches. Reclaimed wood and aged steel finish is a good look with our Old Fig home.

Here's the process of designing and building the benches. I started with a wood mockup to test the stability of the frame. I was a bit concerned they could be top heavy and want to tip. The mockup frame was very stable, and I started cutting steel.

I am just finishing a gate and side panel project. This will provide a little privacy and security for a side yard in the Fresno High area. I like the rhythm of the circles and vertical bars. The side panels will become trellises for some greenery.