Outdoor Projects
Wood’s the obvious choice for building outside. It weathers down to a gorgeous natural finish, and lends warmth, life and a wonderful woody smell to your surroundings. I’d always rather be outside than indoors, with the special exception of being in the workshop of course, and I’d be lying if I didn’t confess that these are the projects that really make my heart sing.
A repeat client asked for a bridge over his pond. The old engineer in me got very excited. The end result was a very sleek structure
Garden Bridge
Camping Pod Decking
A second project at our local pub who needed some outdoor decking around some new Camping Pods they’d bought
Banqueting Table
When our local pub asked for an outdoor dining table, little did we know the magnitude of the task that lay ahead. A real labour of love this
Treehouse #1
This was my first large-scale structure and a steep learning curve. Everything on it was something I’d never done before.
Garden Shack
This was an ingenious re-use project, designed as a garden bar, hangout and shelter from the British summer – affectionately known as the bus stop.
Welly Rack
A neat solution to a muddy problem.
Porch
A Victorian replica porch was essential to help this house to keep its character and elegance.
Welly Storage Shed
This little outhouse keeps the mud and the mess of dog walking out of the client’s home.
Cedar Tree Cabin
A job I didn’t want to end: a wonderful location, lots of problem-solving and creative-thinking, a terrific end result, and the most amazing tea and cake.
Outdoor Family Dining Table
A table that will outlast us all – these thick slabs of oak will weather into their surroundings and host a multitude of family feasts for years to come.
Pergola
Simple and elegant, the wooden elements of this pergola slot together to be self-supporting without the need for screws or nails.
Little Library
This little project has a big heart and brought me so much pleasure – in the planning, construction and in handing it over.
Miscellany
Not all projects take a lot of work, but they all bring a lot of satisfaction. These are a few of my favourites.