This Console Table WON an AWARD! / Woodworking

"Build me something you'd be proud to add to your portfolio." A console table. That's an exciting and overwhelming proposition.
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VIDEO CHAPTERS
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00:00 - Intro
00:30 - The Case
03:19 - Drawer Stops
04:07 - Back Panel
05:02 - Drawers & Dovetails
08:40 - Bent Lamination
10:50- The Base
11:30 - Shelves and Fitment
12:05 - Half Moons
12:55 - Drawer Pulls
14:50 - Ebonization and Finish
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#studiofurniture #design #woodwork

[@trick58]

When in Seattle, I’d always wander down to First Ave and either stare through the windows or sneak in to the museum of PNW Woodworking (or some similar name.) The pieces were stunning and often fanciful. I’d wonder if I’d ever own something worthy of show. Now I own a piece that would be “best in show. “ in the years to come, I’m happy to share if you want to show Valence. It’s worthy. I love it. The pulls are perfect. The angles crazy and the grain right down my alley. The curves are plain ridiculous. Thanks Nick. This is better than i visualized. Can’t wait to hear those drawers click.

[@T_B]

Wait..... This is going to you?

[@T_B]

@@trick58 bother me? 🤦 No. (Strange question). I'm happy for you man ... It's a beautiful piece. You made it weird now......

[@RonDavidowicz]

Lucky you! Just don’t put any good scotch on that shelf.

[@trick58]

@@T_B yes, it is.

[@fredhoy6697]

I know the place you are speaking of. Been in there many times myself. Truly a woodworshippers paradise. Congratulations on commissioning and now having Valence. It's gorgeous.

[@citizenphaid1880]

Refreshing to see an American carpenter and cabinet maker using traditional tools rather than simply relying on a table saw for every cut, dado and dovetail.

[@joelw6215]

I tip my hat that the master. Absolutely stunning. I am a blown away.

[@glennwhite6704]

Just saw this for the first time. Dude! That's not furniture making. That's a piece of art! I've been doing this for a while and I found that project daunting. Well done sir, we'll done.

[@erikhemmingsson1188]

I can't be the only one who thinks of Kandinsky when I see the finished piece, bravo.

[@trick58]

No lie, it shares space with a Kandinsky print.

[@jackleg693]

Not only a truly stunning piece of furniture but a superbly filmed and edited video. Thank you so much for sharing

[@ronblake5938]

Simply beautiful. 70 years old and trying to continue to learn something new every day. Keep the creative juices flowing sir. Thank you from Charlotte, NC

[@TheSMEAC]

I don’t understand those people (and I’m frankly a bit suspicious of them) who don’t agonize over pulls, handles, and the like. That point where our hands are ‘intended’ to interact with any piece (studio bucket list build or shop storage drawers) are in some ways the hardest part of any project. I love it (this piece) and I’m always genuinely surprised and and caught in anticipation with any of your builds. I think you may be ‘that one guy’ on the yootoobz who fully pulls off pushing himself technically, tactically, and artistically every single time. It nice to see you struggle with your own self ❤🐐

[@trick58]

The pulls have some of the best grain on the piece. Who does that? The video doesn’t do their beauty and integration justice. There are so many nice features to love but I find myself rubbing the pulls often - sounds weird, I know.

[@YRNUT]

I have to say that this is the most beautiful piece of furniture that I have ever seen. Incredible design, brilliant joinery, and a perfect name. In addition to chemistry, the valence electrons are the reason for electromotive force, better known as electricity (voltage). Awesome job, simply amazing,

[@MrShmugan]

Just visited your channel to see if you had posted. Perfect timing! 🤙🏽

[@douglashenson6237]

Beautiful design. The unique angles and curves remind me of some of the pictures from Dr. Seuss books.

[@derekludlow8006]

You kept saying “Love it or hate it…” doesn’t matter what people think about the finished piece, there is still respect for the creativity and the woodworking skills your slinging around! Loved it. Should be showcased in Fine Woodworking.

[@darrenfitz72]

Beautiful piece of art. Truly amazing. With all that technology will bring handcrafted pieces will stand the test of time. You're creating things now that our forefathers had no choice in creating with their lack of machinery. Love your work.

[@michaelshultz8814]

I was searching the deep dark crevices of my brain trying to find a description for your quality and attention to detail when you burst forth with your forgotten drawer pulls bit. So you distracted me from my mission which will now go unfinished. Love the plane work and joinery.

[@timoerkens4184]

The most beautiful piece I've seen so far

[@ronkyville]

wow.. i just saw this one. Beautiful! Would love a piece like that in my home. I love good modern sensibility in design. There is NO room for error on such pieces, so i respect the craftsmanship and accuracy even more.

[@mudiusp6050]

I could stare at this table all day. Beautiful mastery. Beautiful wood and grain. A little jealous but also inspired. Mike B. Los Angeles

[@kevinfar]

It's beautiful. I envy people who can create art. Congratulations to you.

[@c.a.g.1977]

Whether or not one would like the esthetics of this build is a matter of taste, but the craftsmanship is undeniably top notch! 👍 I for one love the design b.t.w. 😍

[@StopandStare.]

Most beautiful furniture I ever seen period

[@visionseekrMP]

Craft is always an art when it is done by an artist.

[@jcsrst]

That is one of the most beautiful pieces of furniture I've ever seen on youtube! Just found your channel, don't know why after YEARS of watching woodworking videos on youtube, I am only seeing your work now!! Gotta love that little Lie-Nielson block plane.

[@trick58]

Over a year in place and the drawers still have that great “woosh.” Amazing because it sits in a 125 year old house with no A/C or humidity control. Technical virtuosity!

[@jeffb5858]

I watched the BTS video of designing this, and since the piece isn't in the thumbnail of this video, it took me forever to realize this was it. I personally love this thing. I hope one day to possess the skill to build something like it, and the vision to design at this kind of level.

[@donnysarvis]

Good lord. I'm blown away by this beauty! Every piece you make is more stunning than the last. You sir, have achieved legendary status! Also, love your friend's music.

[@boryscholewinski4370]

I hope that at some point in time one or more of your pieces will end up somewhere on display, for people to admire. That's the type of furniture I find myself spending a lot of time contemplating when found in museums and such. Limitless admiration for your talent as always. BTW I know you have to make it digestable in length for numbers to watch, but man I missed so many details and wish this video was like 40min. Thanks for sharing, and your client for commissioning this build.

[@newtonmiller8810]

One word Art!. Very nice piece

[@TR4zest]

Those blind dovetails are art. Well done.

[@michaellienhoop2387]

How can somebody hate this lovely piece of furniture ? I do love it. Beautiful !

[@DOLsenior]

How could anyone hate this? It's stunning!

[@SawyerDesign]

The further from commercial means the less mass appeal. Glad you like it! Thanks!

[@stevekalb5340]

This ignited random thoughts flashing through my brain. Genius! Nick, you are a mad scientist! I think I've just seen the second coming of Sam Maloof. Agreeing with Ivo - you're my woodworking hero. You have to post glamour shots of the piece outside of your shop.

[@NickGranville]

Great work Nick

[@zorroinhell5549]

This video was truly a joy and inspiration to watch. The quality in you imagination is simply brilliant. well done.

[@J-dizzle2021]

I love it and can't imagine hating anything you do because of the time you take to do it right. Hard to find true craftsmen these days that really take pride in all they do. I think you are a rarity and really enjoy watching you create works of art. Cheers to you my friend and thanks for sharing. 👍

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks so much JC

[@J-dizzle2021]

@@SawyerDesign You bet. Thank you again for the amazing video and truly amazing art and craftsmanship. I'm looking for ward to seeing more and I love contemporary and modern designs.

[@TheLyndz]

This piece is sexy. I couldn’t find a better word. I love the grain in the wood and I didn’t expect the legs to be a different color on inside and out. The drawer pulls tying it all together. I just love how this came together.

[@mikekirkelie4037]

I just can't stop watching your videos. Amazing. Inspires me to step up my game.

[@evanaskins1773]

Those dovetails are absolutely gorgeous, great piece!

[@crandallwoodworking2988]

I love the close-up chisel shots. I have used chisels my whole life for small things, but this past six months, I've really started trying to use them like they're intended. I'm still butchering the wood, but not as bad as I used to.lol

[@kendallbelletti5974]

Man your projects just keep getting wilder and wilder. Truly a work of art and a studio piece for sure. Hope your client was ecstatic!

[@weberwoodshop]

I hate it… cause it’s so damn good.

[@RobRobertson1000]

Ha, Me too :)

[@penzo8803]

hahaha me too

[@garrettdillon4820]

The complexity and the skill to design and build this is mind blowing! Great job

[@jackmurphy7850]

Beautiful piece of furniture, love it. Nick, found your channel via a promo by Cam from Blacktail Studio, I think you had 2K subscribers at that stage, seems after 12 months you have gained around 96K subscribers and me 🙂 I will get back there, but haven't been back to Cam's channel since watching yours, love watching you get dusty.

[@markgoode4109]

Outstanding workmanship, lovely wood, and a super design. The combination of curves and straight lines really works well. I hope you get many more of these commissions. I'm certain the new owner will be delighted. Thanks for sharing your ideas and obvious skills. Best wishes.

[@ivanwalker3391]

Your solution for the drawer handle(s) was brilliant! Keep 'er lit Bro!

[@zephyr1408]

I am a finish carpenter/contractor and make several custom pieces a year besides my other door hanging base nailing duties! However if I leaped totally into furniture like you I believe I would be starving and homeless 👊. You certainly have a gift you hone each day! Living the dream I am! U TOO! Keep ‘ em coming buddy love the content!

[@alanblasczyk1779]

Damn Nick, that is some stunning work. It fits my eye for sure. I would be proud to have that in my home.

[@creedsexton296]

Sir, it is a rare thing that a piece of furniture can move me in this way...This piece is ABSOLUTELY beautiful.. The best piece I have seen anyone on you tube make....Keep up the great work..

[@SawyerDesign]

Wow that’s super generous. Thank you so much, Creed

[@MCsCreations]

Amazing, Nick! Fantastic work! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@smokinone951]

Wow! What a beautiful piece of furniture!

[@Richard.Dawson]

Tidy backsides are also my very favorite thing!

[@bushman4124]

One word... WOW ! Loved it!

[@butchlandry1266]

Nice piece. Favorite part is the drawer pull!

[@johncooling7732]

Amazing! All those angles to knit together, that's too easy so you added curves. great work

[@Ivo_Serra]

You're one of my greatest woodworking inspirations. Sometimes I feel that maybe I'm trying something out of my league when I'm doing a certain project. But then I whatch your work and it just gives me the inspiration I need to keep going and trust my (still very low) skills. Thanks for keeping inspiring us all.

[@daniellangdon5514]

Wow!!! Much else to say. You have a great talent for design and the craft!

[@miki09876]

I've seen a lot of generic pieces. This piece is pure artwork. An excellent example of craftsmanship worthy of the amazing wood you chose.

[@SawyerDesign]

Really appreciate that Mikhail! Thank you

[@charlottebarnes9600]

This is Beautiful, Classy and Very Modern!

[@JuanRivera-wm2um]

I'll go the "love it" side. Very good work.

[@PolySammo]

Its exquisite. I can imagine its owner will treasure it for the work of art that it is.

[@pascaltinant7548]

Superbe réalisation ons voie tous l'amour que tu apporte à la création de tes pièces

[@owencooper7197]

We've all been there. On KZbin for ages, think you have a solid list of subscribed channels, then you get suggested some next level magic. Thanks for sharing mate. Such an amazing piece.

[@lefrax762]

Style isn't my cup of tea but technically? Absolutely brillant. And the wood is perhaps the nicest one I've ever seen on YT.

[@trick58]

The wood still knocks me out and I’ve lived with this over a year. It’s rare for me to find such great grain but Nick seems to do it all the time.

[@arielmajano7186]

i can't get enough of your videos!!!

[@The_Original_Brad_Miller]

I'm in the love it pile. Looks wonderful It should be in a Tim Burton movie ;)

[@bryanesmith8739]

Outstanding work. Looks like the hands are taking a beating. Gotta take care of those tools. Maybe it's time for a mani/pedi with the missus!

[@VITO-Wood-and-Goods]

I love it! All the details and making is just masterclass. Well done.

[@BadYossa]

I love the geometry of this piece. I really think that this is one of the finest projects you've executed. Sensational design and execution. 11/10 mate!

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks so much man! Really loved this one.

[@pjmullen6787]

Stunning piece. Amazing craftsmanship.

[@SawyerDesign]

Much appreciated!

[@crowlers6]

No question, I love it, fantastic build!

[@markmcintire3401]

What a great build. Your designs never cease to amaze me. I would love to spend some time with you to try and figure how your mind works. These pieces of art are amazing!

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks so much mark!

[@taporter2]

You're so rad. Thank you for being such an inspiration. I've been woodworking as a hobby for a short amount of time using power tools. Your style sings to my ADHD and OCD. I'm so appreciate and inspired by your work. I'm beyond grateful. Can't wait to rock your shirts in my workshop. Just wanted to say what you do makes a huge difference beyond just being dope ass work.

[@antonoat]

Wow ! Elegance and beauty combined with practicality too, amazing vision and execution. You should be very proud of this creation. 👏👍😀

[@philipanderson6732]

As another chemist. Valence fits this piece. The curves play well with core electrons where density is much greater (the top) versus the then layer of valence electrons.

[@albertmorrissette3640]

magnificent craftsmanship and creativity

[@BP-dc6ps]

Found your channel via recommended and man o man am I glad I did. Your craftsmanship is impeccable and your designs are one of a kind. For sure something to strive for when I go into my shop. Keep the awesome content coming amigo. Subscribed.

[@petercyr]

Brilliant! Satisfying! Wood appreciation!

[@jamesjohnston6765]

That is a true work of art! Great design and craftsmanship.

[@brianhurst9455]

Beautiful design and excellent craftsmanship!! Definitely a piece to be proud of. The people who don't like it probably buy their furniture at Ikea.

[@brucepeters9575]

One word…..Outstanding!

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks Bruce!

[@angelinaklineburgess5286]

Stunning !

[@azenafelicia6618]

Thank goodness for those NSFW warnings! Seriously, that's an amazing display of crafting talent!

[@DIYHGP]

Nick great project. there are a lot of KZbin channels building stuff but there’s only a few that handle the design portion well, and the build portion is enjoyable. KUDOS!! I’m adding this to my design build playlist.

[@Bestcabinetmaker]

Strong piece for sure, I fully appreciate the craftsmanship and execution. After 40 years in custom furniture and cabinetry my tastes have turned to more subtle details. Nice work, look forward to seeing more.

[@jlmfoy365]

Honestly, a touch " quirky " for my personal taste but having said that Magnificently designed and the joinery is first class. Terrific video 👍👏👏. Regards Jim UK.

[@deepsgnips]

That’s perfect Love the handle and the grain in it, actually there is no part I don’t like

[@Ragnovlod]

Love it or hate it? I love it. It made me think of the Jetsons cartoon for some reason. Maybe it's all those funky lines. Very nice.

[@A_Hobby_Homesteader]

Amazing that’s all I can say! Your work is fantastic

[@simonr6793]

Nick our house is now divided! My wife doesn't like it at all and yet I absolutely love it. Definitely reminds me of the mid 1920s Art Deco era the whole piece is right up my street and the biggest hint to the Art Deco era has to be the leg's for sure!!! I know it's each to their own with styles and taste but as far as I'm concerned when it comes down to styles with wooden furniture honestly I think my wife is blind 😅 🙃 Just don't tell her!!! As always buddy 💯% 👍 🇬🇧.

[@SawyerDesign]

Hahaha if posting on Reddit has taught me anything, it’s that as soon as you step away from the norm, some people will hate it. Sorry to divide your house! I get some deco vibes from it as well. Thanks so much!

[@nated1971]

While it's not my preferred style, the craftsmanship is spectacular. Unbelievable talent and work!

[@dcoy0517]

This is awesome. So much detail and care in every little piece of this.

[@mattelias721]

Nick, this is a stunning example of handmade, bespoke craftsmanship... and woodworker self-masochism. I say this because any time I start throwing in angles other than 0, 90, or 180, my brain goes on strike or something. Also, NSFW finishing shots, indeed! Question for you: I often ebonize wood, especially oak... how did you get the dark black/gray color to hold? I've actually had ebonized components rust before I could apply a finish (I use iron acetate, btw).

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks Matt! Masochism is my middle name lol difficultly=satisfaction. As for ebonization, multiple coats as you work up the grits is essential. It’ll definitely rust if left alone, so I try to get it to seal coat in a day. To bring it from gray to black, shellac is the magic key there.

[@jmac2o229]

Sometimes, I think I can build nice stuff. Then I see this, then I cry in the corner, because THIS, this is fucking gorgeous

[@SawyerDesign]

Haha thanks so much!

[@yvonnehughes3036]

WOW. (found it!) Truly masterful work. Love the design

[@aaronneubert2583]

All the applause one can muster for you Sir! This piece is absolutely STUNNING and I'm obsessed with the details! I constantly look for Cherry like that and luckily the guys at my supplier put up with me taking the stacks apart to look at every board.

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks so much Aaron!

[@carenclemmons5002]

I’m speechless myself; the visual movement involved while viewing ‘Valence’ is calmed into something similar to watching the slowing reverberation seen after a droplet of dew falls into a mirrored pond. Simply stunning to view the physics as well as the chemistry of this living masterpiece of wooden parts breathe. But my mind was set free. Thank you for giving us this statement piece your all.

[@ps603]

Absolutely WOW!

[@cecilferris1163]

Definitely love it, fantastic work once again. The attention to detail is so awesome, keep up the great work.

[@georgegyulatyan3263]

Wow. What a stunning piece!

[@laroseauxboisrosewoodwoodw8585]

OHHH MY FR&$;ING GOOD THIS IS SOOOOO BEAUTIFUL 😱😱😱 Realy now you’ve surpass me so many times and i have 32 years under the belt !! But the inmence diffrence is that i’m more of power tools and you hand tools ! That serve’s you with your desing element that i bow before you cause , in my mind , you’re my favorate of all 👍🏼👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏Plus you took one of my favorate woods CHERRY 😜🇨🇦 Maybe one day we’ll meat (bucket list) . Congrats again fellow cabinet maker .

[@richardroy61]

Thank you for sharing your talent and design process. Absolutely Love It!

[@chrisstearns10]

That looks awesome!!! Great job Nick!!! Definitely studio class design and execution.