Aumbry

Notes
Aumbries originated in Medieval Europe as safe storage places for items of value, like books and food. The tracery on the front features medieval quatrefoil motifs, and would have originally served to provide air circulation for the contents of the cabinet. Most of the body of the aumbry is constructed from red oak, but the back is made of pine to provide color contrast and lighten the cabinet’s weight. The aumbry is assembled with a combination of joinery and steel flat cut nails.

Wood Type
Red Oak and Pine

Year
2024-25

Tusk Tenon Kneeler

Notes
The tusk tenons make it possible to take the kneeler apart to move it or store it - a traditional approach to knock down furniture. Its peaked sides are inspired by the shape of gothic arches.

Wood Type
Walnut

Year
2023

Built-in Open Cabinets

Notes
These cabinets were built to create more storage space in a small kitchen. They sit under the kitchen counter in what had originally been intended as the bar-seating area. The only specification for this cabinets was that they should accommodate tall cookbooks and bottles. Ambrosia maple was used for the shelves and sides of the cabinets, and pine backing boards were used for the backs. They are assembled with steel flat cut nails, and will be eventually be stained or painted.

Wood Type
Ambrosia Maple and Pine

Year
2024

Record Player Table

Notes
This very simple and practical piece of furniture was assembled with flat cut steel nails and is finished with a homemade beeswax and oil finish.

Wood Type
Red Oak

Year
2024

Devotional Niche Shelf

Notes
Intended to hold small devotional items like statues of saints or candles, this little shelf utilizes a hidden French cleat to hang on the wall. It is adorned with a small carved trefoil, which is a common motif that can be found throughout Christian art.

Wood Type
Poplar