Modern Coffee Table Design// Building the Base // River Island Pt..1

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks everyone! Watch part II early patreon.com/sawyerdesign/

[@dontworryaboutit92]

I'm glad you're back. You've been gone so long I thought we broke up. I always love your work with curves and laminates. It's like watching live action 3D modeling for a differential geometry class.

[@SawyerDesign]

Still here babe 😘 thanks for sticking around while I work on crazy things.

[@NyanaCore]

Dude, that track played during the vacuum bagging totally SLAPS. And the sound effects… hilarious. 😂

[@annettehawkins8467]

Dude - you are freaking amazing! Blown away at your attention to detail, the care and effort you put into each piece! Great job and great video

[@nickyt3269]

I watch alot of woodworking youtube videos. 99% of them i convince myself i could get close to turning out something close. Your stuff is so amazing, i cant even dream of making something in the same ball park. just gorgeous project after gorgeous project.

[@SawyerDesign]

Wow, thanks! I should probably try to make some more relatable projects at some point. This one felt more like sculpture than woodworking.

[@nickyt3269]

@SawyerDesign do what you want. It seems like these things come from your heart, those make the best projects.

[@sbrega]

For anyone that hasn't grabbed a shirt yet, I highly recommend. Great quality stuff!

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks Raymond!

[@bando404]

I love your way of approaching problems and how your solve them. It makes me feel so smart.

[@pedullastudio]

I think you understated the smell of Australian Walnut 😂. Great video man! That bandsaw support is genius

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks man! Curious, since everything is a little opposite down under - and feel free to not answer if this is too personal - But… … Since your walnut smells like feet, do your FEET smell like WALNUT?

[@pedullastudio]

@@SawyerDesign Oddly enough my feet smell like maple

[@TheWoodenHobbyist]

I don’t know how this didn’t get 1 million views immediately. Fantastic as always.

[@SawyerDesign]

Hopefully some day! I’m glad you liked it!

[@ZerO-u4b]

I am impressed by the fact that you turn such difficult projects into reality as this one. it's nice to follow your work, I understand how difficult it is, make another video about the difficulties you faced when doing this project, it's easy to watch your work when everything works out the first time, but I know that many people do not understand how many difficulties there are with such projects. Good for you and thank you for the creative inspiration.)

[@SawyerDesign]

Happy to share the spark ⚡️ thanks so much!

[@shaunbailey1033]

You’re back! 🎉 you were missed, great to see your humorous genius at work again.

[@sundancer014]

As a veneerer who used Urea Formaldehyde many years ago,I was pleased to hear you mention the link with Cancer,something I will discuss with my Oncologist next time I see him.On a lighter note,I always look forward to watching your humorous escapades in woodworking and veneering,and am keenly interested in the next part of this one.

[@ianrwin]

Definitely like the lean into the technical side, I always like your videos, but the details make them shine

[@5ElementsWoodworking]

I wouldn't even attempt something that complicated. Props to you for going outside the box! Can't wait to see it finished up.

[@SawyerDesign]

If I had known what I was getting myself into with this design, I may not have attempted it either lol ignorance is a powerful force

[@richardfoulger4486]

Yep this is quite doable without the fancy kit provided sufficiently planning and layout is achieved. This is very cool stuff.

[@gardengatesopen]

Dang! I wish I could afford Patreon!! Waiting is such sweet sorrow. But I KNOW it will be worth it! I'm LOVING this design!!!

[@bradleytuckwell4881]

Nice to see you back it’s been awhile not that I’m counting the 4 months 3 days and 28 seconds since we last saw you and by the looks of it were in for another quality build. I love how you just keep raising the bar on every build you do I can’t wait to see how this one turns out.

[@SawyerDesign]

Welcome back! Haha yeah I had no idea this was going to be as crazy as it ended up being at the beginning of the build.

[@michaelwillson6847]

He's back!! Missed your videos. Duuuddeee this is sweet it's gonna look amazing. Can't wait for next one. Anything comes out your shop and your brain with the amount hours you put into projects it's gonna be amazing!! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks a ton!

[@Wbardeux]

Truly looking forward to see the final result! Awesome video and welcome back! We’ve missed you

[@steveferguson1232]

So glad to see you back Nick(sorry I said Denny, got a friend named Denny Sawyer). Beginning to wonder if you were ok. Coming back with a bang is awesome

[@jimtownsend5352]

Nick, I missed you and I'm so happy you've returned. Your designs are fantastic and I look forward to seeing this project at it's completion.

[@mikehuber6675]

I actually burst out laughing, at the “gasp” when that air hose gets disconnected!! All these little comedic gems, tucked away in the creative masterpiece… What I want to know, is cutscenes, what DOESN’T make it to the final edit?! LOL Probably a touch inappropriate… *fartnoises…

[@kevinmcdonnell7156]

Always entertaining and fun to watch. Love your sense of humor!

[@MCsCreations]

It's looking fantastic, Nick! 😃 Looking forward to the next step! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@bluecurlygirl]

I can't even begin to explain how excited I am at the thoughts of this table coming together. It looks amazing. Good to see ya back.

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks so much! Good to be back!

[@theofarmmanager267]

I (hope) I sense a movement in serious woodworkers who have YT channels to go beyond the rectangular. I think of you and Pedulla Studios (and I’m sure there are others and would welcome people suggesting those) as ones who are no longer content to use straight and 90 degrees as their watchwords. I was taught that introducing one curve into a project increased the labour (and stress) 10 fold; introducing compound curves increased it 100 fold. I wouldn’t guarantee those figures but I attribute my hair loss and heart attack to building complex curved pieces of furniture. Woodworking has always evolved and it is absolutely right to use the very latest techniques, tools and materials to push the boundaries of what we can achieve. I don’t have a CNC and probably will never get one but I don’t hesitate to buy CNC time if I need it. The CNC doesn’t do anything that I can’t do by hand but it does it so much quicker and totally without stress (except to my wallet) that I don’t hesitate. Those who decry the use of CNC in woodworking as somehow a betrayal are entitled to their opinion just as those who booed Dylan at Newport were entitled to their opinion. I would ask those Luddites if they use routers or powered portable saws as I don’t think Chippendale had access to those easier. Although I have no doubt that, had he got access, the superb businessman that he was would have snapped them up. Back to the project. So happy to see you attempt something different. Failures are inevitable and, I believe, an indicator of pushing the boundaries of what you know. None of what you do is cheap; in materials, in labour and in investment for equipment. You are yourself an astute businessman and I genuinely hope that your business can and does justify its costs. It would be very sad for the community of cutting edge woodwork design if people like you disappeared from the library of learning for us all

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks Theo! Would love to team up with the other Nick on something someday. You nailed it on the cost part. Still trying to figure out how best to keep this pace up.

[@theofarmmanager267]

@@SawyerDesign thanks for the reply. If you mean keeping the pace in terms of making, producing videos, shop etc, my advice is - don’t. I was MD of a large business and the stresses from that cost me my first marriage and the issues that led to a heart attack. I struggle even now (at nearly 70) to maintain an acceptable pace. Nothing is worth the price I paid although it could have been fatal.

[@keatonbeyerwoodworking]

I'm always amazed by the attention to detail, in both the project and the video making. Awesome work Nick!

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks Keaton!

[@mcdermottwoodworking]

I audibly gasped when I saw the imploded form. From someone who is too familiar with trying to salvage glue ups gone wrong, you handled that well. Looks fantastic so far, can't wait for the part 2. also... the bandsaw jig for cutting concave parts? fucking genius man.

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks dude!

[@c.a.g.1977]

Awesome project, Nick, looking forward to the rest of this series. Glad you'te back here on KZbin, kinda missed ya!

[@SawyerDesign]

Glad to have you back! I’m not going anywhere.

[@thewoodpost1428]

Looks like the form was a massive hand plane for a giant

[@older-wiser-better]

Cool ! Just two days ago I was wondering what you were up to. Now I know. Build as ever : WOW

[@EspMaster]

You're back! Great to see another otherworldly design and build video. Those track saw cuts made me nervous (for the workpiece, not your fingers)

[@kevinfloyd4907]

Way to go!!! Looks amazing. It’s so cool to see you constantly pushing yourself to take on new challenges, the hard work shows. Well done sir!

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks Kevin!

[@robertberger8642]

Beautiful design, beautiful work!

[@elliottmackay4650]

It's like when Oak Island next season finally comes on! I'm glad to see you back on yt and glad to hear the well timed music drops. I still listen to Psych trance goodies almost daily. LOL This new build looks amazing, I can't wait to see how it turns out.

[@SawyerDesign]

Haha for real?! That’s awesome. Thanks man!

[@RB-vr7mq]

The Intro to this was just awesome, and the foreshadowing music accompanied by Marc was perfect. The inspiration you described for this, and execution of it is mind blowing. Someday I will get myself a vacuum bag, and take a deep dive into this type of bent lamination. There are no straight lines in nature.

[@SawyerDesign]

Glad you enjoyed! Curves definitely open a whole new world of woodworking. 10/10 recommend

[@extremewoodworker]

Hi Nick. My supplier talked me into some ultra-light density fiberboard several years ago. Honestly, the only redeeming thing about it is its light weight. Steve

[@petekeuning]

Dude love that your back! Missed your insane builds and killer tunes.

[@SawyerDesign]

🤘 sorry this one took so long!

[@elijahcherweznik3505]

Yesssss. Another AAA+ video. Love all of the amazing work, thanks for sharing!

[@mattelias721]

Your masochism addiction satisfies my schadenfreude issues, dude. This is going to turn out awesome, can't wait for the rest, and your lowkey humor is up to 11 now... too many good ones to call out. Keep up the awesome work, Nick!

[@SawyerDesign]

Haha oh man, so far my channel is a schadenfreude’s wet dream 😂 Thanks anon Matt!

[@mattelias721]

@@SawyerDesign Anon-ing like a gangsta here as long as you keep up the sick-ass furniture builds... and manage to keep your fingers with your questionable methods... but I know, they're YOUR fingers.

[@jimrosson6702]

Glad to see you back making videos and as always another amazing and inspiring project looks amazing so far can’t wait to see it finished

[@kdavidwhite8376]

You do go off the beaten path Nick!! I have always enjoyed your videos (Jokes and all).. Keep working your magic!!!

[@briannelson4122]

I love your work but I have to admit, it is sometimes kinda anxiety inducing. I know you and others have said the struggle makes it worth it, and yes that is true. However, having been on the wrong side of these things a time or two, for very expensive jobs for very exacting clients I feel that old stress level kick in! I'm retired now but it's funny, that part never leaves. Keep it up, Love it!

[@timstratton9]

Always inspiring. I have to get off my fear and onto trying to push myself like you always do.

[@JoeRadose]

I was starting to get worried about ya my friend. Gorgeous design, as always. Can't wait for part 2!

[@Hvn1957]

Very entertaining, as well as fun to watch. I almost felt physical pain as I watched that form implode. It reminded me of a very complex glue-up that disintegrated in our big planer, years ago. Bad memories, lessons learned 😅. I’m really looking forward to the next installment.

[@SawyerDesign]

Glad you enjoyed it! Always hard to watch work get destroyed. At least those lessons stick!

[@alanr745]

Sawyer, Bro. You’re so far outside the box on some of your work that I think you’re box is either huge or made of hundred of curved, concave, and convex surfaces that can in no way form right angles at the corners or edges. Well done Sir. Very well done.

[@SawyerDesign]

Lol I’d like to think of my box like the crystalline folds of hyperspace. Thanks dude

[@ethanurquhart7416]

So excited for this series! Been following along on instagram, can't wait to watch it all.

[@tylerryan3797]

Amazing work as always, I have no idea how you come up with these designs. Love the fact your using some Australian species of timber, should have a look a quarter sawn silky oak

[@marcsowers1392]

You’re doing good work. Next level really.

[@SawyerDesign]

I appreciate that!

[@benrudman3917]

This is incredible as always with you. You are a sociopath in your design and man does it pay off. Your style is unmatched. And your cinematography on this is 👌 -Ben

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks Ben! Glad to see everyone didn’t give up on me as I got this one together

[@kateandjames759]

So good to have him back!!! Can’t wait to see more!

[@royunderwood7514]

That guy does nice work.

[@genius2229]

Worth the wait! Can't wait to see it completed

[@oilcitywoodworks]

Welcome back! Haha. Cant wait to see the progress in Part II!

[@SawyerDesign]

Good to be back!

[@BruceAUlrich]

Enjoyed that. It looks insane! (in the best kind of way)

[@skrimper]

The intro reminded me of a funny moment many moons ago. My friends was tripping and after a long bout of silence he just blurts out "everything is a box, everything is a container". He's kind of right

[@SawyerDesign]

Lol whuuu dude. It’s kinda true. If not a container, it’s a medium. Next series should maybe be energy themed because everything is also kinda energy.

[@Isostopic]

Ocean gate table

[@SethNeal]

Oh man! I thought maybe you were done with the KZbins! Glad to see you back!

[@SawyerDesign]

Glad to be back! Been busy behind the scenes!

[@oliver299d]

there are a couple of ways to keep your mold from imploding, you can use ultra light mdf, generally I use plywood, but there are ways to make the ultra light work

[@SawyerDesign]

Yeah more blocking would have helped.

[@pirazyoko5127]

I had a small heart attack when I heard "river table" at the beginning 😂 great project, can't wait for the next part

[@SawyerDesign]

Haha I wouldn’t do ya dirty like that

[@fcschoenthal]

After this, I'm looking forward to hearing what you have to say about bent lamination at the Texas Woodworking Festival in a couple of weeks. - Chris

[@SawyerDesign]

Awesome! See ya there!

[@Richard.Dawson]

Definitely not too soon. Hilarious!

[@brentjenkinsdesigns]

Awesome stuff brother.

[@texaswoodworks8853]

Outstanding.

[@donnysarvis]

Wow! What an amazing start! Can't wait to see the rest. I felt so bad for you when the catastrophe happened, nice recovery. I'm sure there was a bit of cussing there!

[@SawyerDesign]

Not as bad as I felt for myself 😂 definitely a few choice words from my French vocabulary that day. Thanks Donny!

[@StopandStare.]

Its looks like this is going to look sexy, waiting for the next part. Inspiration for projects and their explanation always blow my mind.

[@cedopetrina5053]

Good to see you’re back, I thought you went out and got a job or something 😅

[@SawyerDesign]

Lol I mean I did… And this was it! Glad to be back!

[@lukemartin9037]

"Unlike me and hardwood..." HAHA!

[@davidbender5998]

nicely done!!!!

[@G0F15H]

I would love to see you and Nick Pedulla do a collaboration piece

[@SawyerDesign]

Nick and I should absolutely collab. Nick on Nick action would be a trip.

[@lolcec81]

Комментарий в поддержку канала и ролика, а также труда мастера.

[@RocketSauce666]

Glad to see you back in my feed and the new project sounds very cool... but I really didn't like the video format this time. I really have no idea what you are building and how these steps fit with the larger project. I get the desire to split videos into parts, but I think maybe you should have some additional introduction / level set / design discussion so viewers have some grounding. I personally like when you talk to camera, so maybe I just missed you in the process vs. watching you woodwork under a voice over. Anyway, excited to see what's next, just wanted to share some feedback.

[@SawyerDesign]

Appreciate the feedback! Nothing’s forever and found this easier to not talk to the camera. Will definitely continue to mix it up and try to set it up a little more clearly. Thanks!

[@joelw6215]

Hey do t know west elm. My family literally sends me pics of their furniture and I build it haha

[@TKcustomWoodworks]

I have spent the last few years learning how to make furniture but how do I learn how to make beautiful furniture?

[@SawyerDesign]

I struggle trying to answer this question every day. I think you just start and learn from all the furniture along the way.

[@jmalte4702]

Your video editing is almost better than the wood working… almost…

[@Jpres]

7:46 Bro LMAO 🤣

[@andriy_moskalyk]

What a great project as always, please tell us ur preferred choice of vacuum press

[@SawyerDesign]

thanks! I use a vacupress 300 👍

[@andriy_moskalyk]

@@SawyerDesign thanks for ur help

[@SleeperHoundDesign]

Love the sub pic... too soon? 😂😂😂

[@fernandoweiss5617]

Boa tarde, trabalho magnífico.🇧🇷

[@SawyerDesign]

Saudações

[@drukilkelly8599]

dog i didnt know you rocked cuban heels.

[@SawyerDesign]

Lol I’m a Sawyer. We all wear loggers. It’s a requirement.

[@joelw6215]

Serious question, do you still like your Harvey table saw? I’m thinking about trading my grizzly semi industrial for one.

[@SawyerDesign]

Yeah it works great! Their new fence looks dope too.

[@dpmeyer4867]

cool

[@BradSnyderAltendorf]

You truly are a glutton for punishment. Great start and awesome video! Can you measure the difficulty of this build in number of bourbon bottles emptied during production? 😂 Can't wait to see part 2!😊

[@SawyerDesign]

Haha thanks Brad! Measured in dollars in my f*%#ing swear jar. Two more projects like this and my jar can buy an f45

[@BradSnyderAltendorf]

@@SawyerDesign maybe just one more will do!

[@Twentynyne]

little boxes filled with tick tacky

[@PeterNetped]

[@ca_ged]

Using metric on the table saw. Clearly thinks he’s better than me.

[@SawyerDesign]

Lol it’s definitely SAE