Building boxes has been my favourite part of woodworking. Everyone loves a good box; I take it a step further and create masterpieces for you and your loved ones to cherish.
These one-of-a-kind boxes are the perfect gift for the special people in your life.
The Masashi box is inspired by the oriental style of box making, with a pillar-like support on four sides which makes for a very delicate box.
Woods used: Monkey pod, Padauk, Sycamore, and Ebony with an Ebony and Maple edge banding.
Size: 5″ length x 3″ width x 3″ height
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The Hideki is a classic box in highly figured Teak, made with a twist on the regular box joint. The detailing on the joint is made with three layers of ultra thin veneer to create a unique design element that stands out, especially when viewed from the side. The lid has carved ends, inspired by Japanese temple roof design. The hinge is an antique, over 100 years old, salvaged from an antique box.
Size: 7″ length x 2.6″ width x 3″ height
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Resonance is a box that reflects my time spent learning guitar making at Bigfoot Guitars. The sides are hand bent using traditional instrument making techniques. The center strip in ebony is a design element that is visible only in very high end custom guitars. A brass pin serves as the fulcrum for the lid, which opens sideways.
Woods used: Padauk for the sides, White oak for the lid and an Ebony and Maple center strip.
Size: 7″ length x 4.6″ width x 1.6″ height
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The Hiroaki Kumiko box reflects my deep love and reverence for Japanese woodworking. Kumiko is one of the most complex and time consuming art forms. The patterns are hand cut, with each wooden piece interconnected at precise angles to create intricate patterns.
This box features the popular Asanoha pattern, which has been in use since the Heian period (794 – 1185).
Asanoha is the Japanese word for the hemp leaf. The Japanese believe that the Asanoha pattern protects those you love, especially children, from evil spirits. It is also associated with strength and growth, as the hemp leaf is strong and grows quickly.
Size: 9″ length x 5″ width x 3.6″ height
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Beyond Boxes 