2016 Wood Diamond Award
The Artisan Shop (Loveland, CO)

Main Category: Bath
Dollar Amount: Under $25,000
Sub Category: Design

Briefly describe your business and the type of products manufactured.
We are a proud Colorado Company with a state of the art production facility combining today’s modern technology with the hands-on craftsmanship of true artisans. We make all of our doors, drawer fronts, drawer boxes and the majority of our accessories in-house. Our experienced designers and artisans transform the finest raw materials into spectacular award-winning projects.

What materials/species were used in this project/item?
Rustic Cherry
Maple melamine

Describe, in detail, the project/item's construction
The homeowners partnered with The Artisan Shop to complete the cabinetry in their whole custom home. For their Master Bathroom, they wanted to achieve a look of “rustic elegance.” We worked together exchanging images that they liked in magazines and online. The cabinetry in this room was somewhat inspired by a vintage furniture style which included arched raised panel valances, arched toe kick details, hardwood bunn feet and glass doors with wood mullions. We integrated low voltage LED lighting into the upper cabinets, and the his & hers appliance garages. The center tower uses rack and pinion doors to reveal a built-in TV which can be viewed while at the sinks or from the adjacent free standing tub. One of my favorite features is the change in depth of the base cabinets and upper valances. This simple design detail adds a level of interest and sophistication to the room.

What is the most unusual aspect or outstanding characteristic of this entry?
How well the cabinetry fits with the vaulted ceilings; the height and width of the double vanity cabinetry fills the space without feeling heavy or confining.

How has being a member of the CMA benefited you and/or your business?
As members of the CMA, we hope to leverage the knowledge base of other members as well as share our extensive experience in cabinetry and fine woodworking with others in our industry. The CMA forum is a great resource to share experiences, technical know-how and make contact with other craftsmen in our vast, but tight knit woodworking community.

List any items that were outsourced.
Furniture feet – Adams
Hinges and slides - Blum
LED lighting – Hafele LOOX