The Blog

Typically, it surprises people when they learn that Hardwood Alchemy’s founder and co-owner, Chris, didn’t begin his professional career as a woodworker. Before starting Hardwood Alchemy, Chris spent fifteen years in finance and consulting, with roles at JPMorgan, Deloitte, and Ernst & Young. Like many of my clients today, I worked in professional environments that […]

An Honest Guide from a Professional Cabinetmaker One of the questions I’m asked most frequently by prospective clients is also one of the most difficult to answer: “What should custom built-in furniture cost?” It’s a reasonable question, and one that deserves a transparent answer. Why Does Custom Cost More? The challenge is that custom furniture […]





