Black Locust Wall Table, Part I: Visualizing in Wood

Posted on by Chris Wong

This table was inspired by a coffee table design of Brian VanVreede with a daring cantilevered top.  I worked out my design in my head over the next five months until I built the first wall-mounted version. How I Chose My Materials The entire table was made of black locust because it was hard and strong enough, and … Continue reading Black Locust Wall Table, Part I: Visualizing in Wood

Construction of “Table with a Twist” – Part 1: Legs

Posted on by Chris Wong

When I set out to create this table I knew that I wanted to use plain wood for the base and figured wood for the top.  I knew that straight-grained wood would be easier to carve, and complements the carving well; curvy grain would distract from the linear design.  I expected that using figured wood … Continue reading Construction of “Table with a Twist” – Part 1: Legs