A big thanks to John and Kai Thompson for involving me in the Beijing Project. John is a traditionally trained Japanese temple carpenter who apprenticed during the 70s. Since, he has moved into design and completed a vast array of high brow projects. And his son Kai, who is equally talented as a technician of sorts has been on the job with his Pop since he was just a young lad. Kai has provided great insight to me while I've started to learn how to weld.
Our current project has been to produce the innards for a Penthouse suite in the downtown core of China's capital. Everything is being handcut form local (to us) reclaimed woods like Ontario Cherry, Oregon White Oak, Eastern Maple, and Ash. And shipped via container over for the install which Kai will coordinate.
Additionally, I'm excited to start another one of my own renovations and furniture builds for a wonderful couple who are moving into Point Grey from West Vancouver. I purchased an exquisite log of windfell curly Cherry from Pennsylvania. As well as some other bits of Washington grown Swiss Pear, Claro Walnut, and Oregon White Oak. Needless to say, lots and lots of designs to be coming out in the New Year.
Please inquire personally to jeffmartinjoinery@hotmail.com for all builds and commissions; small and large, replicas or custom sizing.
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