CABINETS

Cabinets are generally carcass furniture they are items of furniture for storing something whether this is behind doors or in drawers. Often the cabinet can be a feature piece in a room holding the families heirloom collection of glass or china or as is often the case today the television and associated technology and in the case of desks the computer, books and files.

Optical Marquetry

Design inspired by an optical illusion which appears to have created shadow and light. this is recreated in veneers the chest of drawers is based upon the traditional Scotch chest format. The top row consists of one large central drawer and two side drawers on either side, the two lower drawers are full width. The carcass is made in Fijian Kauri and Wenge with veneered drawer fronts in Teak, sycamore and walnut the central square in burr myrtle.

Test Card

TV and Video/ DVD Cabinet with storage drawer and display shelf. The door pattern was inspired by interference lines on the TV screen. Made in Heart Rimu with doors veneered in sycamore and burr Walnut the base a parquetry design using Australian Banksia nut slices.

Tador

Video, DVD, Sky, Game console storage. The design was based upon a contempory interpretation of Arts and Crafts style. The carcass is suspended within the leg structure and emphasised with a curved bottom rail. Made of NZ Kauri with glass doors and a removable framed back.

The SNAPPER Range: Cabinets

The snapper range of furniture is a coordinated range of designs expressing a simplicity of form and construction. A fluid curve acts as the transition between the horizontal and vertical surfaces creating a softness of line. The solid timber corners and thick plywood surfaces retain an honesty in construction by exposing the decorative ply laminations and end grain timber. The basic form can be made into the following figurations: Bedside Cabinets, Entertainment cabinets, Hifi Cabinets, Storage cupboards, Bookshelves, Chest of drawers. The standard range is available in Pine, Maple, Ash, Oak and Mahogany, special veneers are available on request.

Collector

This piece was the last commission undertaken before emigrating to New Zealand. Made for a collector of contempory British craft. The drawers are fitted to hold a collection of beautiful cutlery. The aesthetic of the design is intended to reflect a dynamic upward movement encapsulated in a pure heart. The cabinet is made in English Walnut and Ripple Sycamore with Ebony details.

Gotharc

The Bedside cabinets are designed to evoke the traditional imagery of Gothic architecture. This is expressed in the decorative veneered door and drawer and the further emphasised by the form of the legs. Made in Fijian Kauri and Quartered Sapele veneer, The doors are Crotch Mahogany and Satinwood with drawer interiors of fragrant cedar.

Envelope / Collins

HIFI Cabinet that is based upon a standard carcass and base and an interior containing adjustable shelves and drawers. The cabinets character can be changed significantly through the design of the doors and different plinths or bases. These are made in American Ash. The "Envelope" design uses three different types of Ash; crown, quartered and burr. The "Collins" design is inspired by a tailored detail from a couture dress. This is recreated with an edge molding of cross grained Ash and a Paduk boarder with a crown Ash panel.

Louis boxes

The cabinet was designed to function in two ways the base unit is a functional cupboard and the top boxes display both Bristol blue glass objects and also books. Each box is lined with mirror which gives an added sense of depth and enables an all round view of the objects. The base box has marquetry doors with the central feature being a Louis XIV Cube design. The juxtaposition of traditional box patterns combined with contempory box forms provides a link between the historical development of craft practice and the timeless nature of the contents being housed. The cabinet is made in Heart Rimu with turned Wenge posts. The doors are veneered in quartered Silky Oak, Burr Ash and Elm and Ripple Sycamore with Wenge boarder which also forms the handles.

Deco

A commission for a TV and Video cabinet and Hifi cabinet (not shown) in which the client wanted the character of art deco radios to form the theme. Details taken from the Bell Geddes radio designs of the 1930's was used as the inspiration. These cabinets are made in English Elm and Burr Elm veneers with applied Rosita and Maple details. The interior is fitted with separate video and DVD shelves and storage.

Elysium

These book cases were designed for a client whose passion is sailing and all things nautical. The brief was to recreate the feeling of a luxury yacht interior. Additionally making the narrow space feel accessible and significant so his large collection of boating books appeared inviting. The bookcase is made in Native Swamp Kauri, the reeded side panels are bordered by a burr Totara inlay line encased by the heavy Kauri frame then lacquered with high gloss lacquer.

Pole

A simple design for display shelves. Contrasting timbers of finished between the shelves and posts emphasise the linear nature of the design.

Richardson

CD / Video/DVD storage rack available in a range of heights, widths, timbers and finishes. The racks will hold small to significant collections.

Chastons corner

Designed to fit in an alcove. this one off cabinet was a response to a clients desire to have something more three dimensional hence the curved front. Made in Fijian Kauri with a hand made tambour door to reveal the TV on a slide out shelf. Fitted with drawers for the DVD collection and adjustable shelves for accessories. The top section contains concealed lighting to highlight the display of ceramics and special books.

Knot of Life

Dart Board cabinet made in solid Oak with a deep relief carved door in the pattern of the Celtic Knot of life. The carcass corners are joined with decorative dovetails.

Coltrane Desk

Inspired by the John Coltrane classic 'my favorite things' in which the musical structure, and spirit of the age were reflected in the form, colour and detail. Made in red dyed Birdseye Maple and Ripple Sycamore with a white leather writing surface.

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