Jeff Wright

Description of Work: Jeff Wright was contracted to make two pieces of solid cherry furniture - a Queen Anne-style storage credenza - summer 2010, approx $1500.00, and a traditional-style dining table with extension leaves - November, 2011, approx $2000.00. With both projects, Jeff spent several hours with me in my home. We discussed the type of woods, designs, style, and function. These pieces were not going to be inexpensive so we worked very carefully to ensure they would blend with my existing decor and that they would be pieces I could live with forever. He prepared preliminary drawings which we then tweaked as necessary. I was involved in each top of the process from the acceptance of the specific wood to be used to the lovely design elements. Jeff had me stop by his shop to approve the stages and to ensure we were both on lthe same page. There were quirks that Jeff had to accomodate. The credenza had to blend with the dark and medium mahogany pieces I already owned. The cabinets have to hold vinyl record albums in an upright position. The drawers have to hold CDs, in their jewel case, on their side, so I can read the label. I wanted the design elements to be clean yet elegant in keeping with the traditional style I prefer. The credenza had to be on legs tall enough to allow air movement from the heat vent located right under the middle of it. The dining table had to be more narrow that what is normally available commercially yet it also had to accomodate 3 12" leaves for family gatherings. My existing dining table was old and cheap - the aluminium sliding mechanism was but a moment away from total failure. The sliding mechanism Jeff provided, solid wood, is very solid, glides like silk and I can operate it with just one hand. The finish had to match the new chairs I bought prior to ordering the table and also complement the existing pieces. The base for the table had to be creatively designed so that when the table is extended, the support needed was provided. He designed an almost craftsman-style base that provided the necessary support yet maintained the traditional style I wanted. This resulted in a very solid table without a heavy look.