Benches

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Santa Cruz Walnut Live Edge Bench

$2,100.00

Upcountry Bench, Maui Koa Seat + Curved Back

$9,125.00

Made to Order

DRIFT Bench - Nesting / Singles

From $400.00

Made to Order

Whispering Bench - Black, Ready to Ship

$2,167.50

~~$2,550.00~~ $2,167.50

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of wood do you use?

We create solid wood furniture from mostly white oak, walnut, and white ash hardwoods.

How does the furniture hold up to families and pets?

Our quality wood furniture is designed to fit in with your home life, not just stand out as something to admire. We intentionally combine artistry with utility to send you home with unique pieces that are built to last.

How do I care for quality wood furniture?

We have different care instructions for each piece of furniture depending on the style and finish, which we provide with each purchase.

Reviews from our Community

Locally, we work closely with customers in Santa Cruz, the San Francisco Bay Area, and up and down the West Coast. Beyond our local area, we are glad to support homes and businesses throughout the US, all the way from Hawaiʻi to the East Coast.

Santa Cruz County, California

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