The Ash Entryway: From Front Yard to Front Door
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The Ash Entryway: From Front Yard to Front Door

A client brought me an ash tree they milled in their own front yard. Here’s the story of how we turned a stack of sentimental lumber into a custom entryway that captures the history of their home — including a look at the custom “handshake” hardware.

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The Grove Gate: New Craftsmanship with an Old Soul
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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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