Skip to main content
  1. Home
  2. Culture

CHADHAUS’s Farmhouse Cupboard Took 45 Hours to Make

Ann Binlot
By

chadhauss farmhouse cupboard took 45 hours to make chadhaus modern 04 1024x1024
Chad and Emily Robertson helm a small artisinal furniture company based in Seattle called CHADHAUS. One day, they got a request: “Can you make a tall storage cabinet that looks like your credenza?”  “We made about four cabinets that met this brief, in different variations, before launching this version of the piece,” said Chad Robertson. “What we found most appealing about this final design is that the cupboard can be used in bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms, and even professional offices – housing linens, pantry items, garments, supplies, electronics and beyond.”

The final piece, a space-saving cupboard, is versatile and can function in large and small rooms alike. Use it in the kitchen as a pantry. Have kids? It can also be placed in the kids’ room or playroom to hide all the toys once they’ve had enough fun each day. In the bathroom, it can serve as a linen closet and a place to store toiletries. Don’t have a proper closet in your bedroom? Put it there so you have a place to store that pile of clothes that’s sitting all over your bedroom. “We really like the fact that the piece can be put to work in so many different ways, and looks great,” said Chad.

Related Videos

Each made-to-order piece takes a painstaking 45 hours to make. According to a release from CHADHAUS: “Building each cupboard begins by selecting materials —  CHADHAUS chooses which board will be the left side, which board will be the right side, and most importantly which boards will become the doors.The boards for the doors are re-sawn into super thick veneers and pressed onto a plywood core —  combining the stunning appearance of the original board with the stability of plywood, which is essential for this scale of piece to avoid warping and twisting. Each wood is sourced from multiple locations throughout the Pacific Northwest — primarily the Willamette Valley. High levels of naturally-occurring glacial sediment (glacial till) throughout the region influence the grain pattern and color variation of the wood. The unique nature of subspecies and hybrids in the Pacific Northwest also contributes to these variations, sometimes casting hues of grey, purple, or red.”

Related

The beautiful piece stands out in any room.

For more information, visit store.chadhaus.com.

Editors' Recommendations

Topics
How to Get Rid of Cigar Breath, Smell, and Smoke
cigar smoke

Many of life's most pleasurable experiences come with less-than-pleasant aftermath. For example: An evening of indulgence in bourbon and beer brings a hangover as retribution, a great climb or hike leaves its share of lactic acid in those worn-out muscles, and a day spent lounging about on the beach or poolside can bring a sunburn and questions like, "Hey, why aren't you at work?"

Puffing on a fine cigar at a get-together or quietly enjoying one as you leaf through the pages of a book might be nice ways to pass some time, but no matter how you enjoy that stogie, the result will be the same: cigar smell.

Read more
Shinola and Crate and Barrel’s New Furniture Line Is a Bachelor Pad Upgrade
shinola crate and barrel furniture line cb f21 sh 11 108 060 vert lamp plate 1

On Wednesday, August 18, craft maker Shinola Detroit and home décor curator Crate & Barrel releases the stirring results of a dynamic partnership between two quintessential crafters. The Shinola for Crate & Barrel Collection entwines the modern maker spirit with classic American craft furniture and accessories to upscale any home or office.

This collaboration evokes a shared, old-world devotion to building things well or not building them at all. Whether it be a candle or a couch, the Crate & Barrel Collection reflects an inimitable eye for chic function and Detroit style for days.

Read more
Household Chores 101: A Grown Man’s Guide to Doing Laundry
how to wash your clothes laundry tips household chores 101 a grown mans guide doing

Let’s recall some of your not-so-good childhood memories. Remember the time when Mom threw up her hands in frustration at the mountain of dirty clothes in your room? Or how about the time when you first washed your clothes? Hey, maybe you found it to be mundane and repetitive. Whether you love or hate doing the laundry, this household chore is an important rite in the transition from childhood to adulthood. Sadly, only a few of us are properly guided through this transition.

Doing the laundry is a life skill that helps you become a more independent and reliable adult, especially if you plan to settle down or have your own place. If you’ve frequently crossed your fingers after dropping the lid on a load of clothes, worry no wore. Our laundry master guide includes all the “obvious” answers you never knew, plus some tips on the finer points of keeping your duds fresh.
How to Do Laundry the Right Way
Do I Really Need to Separate Lights and Darks?

Read more