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The Art of Creating Studio Furniture
By Master Artisan Ricardo Vasquez


Hawaiian "Curly-Grain" Koa Wood Furniture

Winner - 1st Place Furniture
Hawaii Forest Industry Association Annual Show
Honolulu, Hawaii, November 2008

"Ka Lokahi" - Cabinet

[Koa Table]

The top is beautifully veneered with
rare Hawaiian curly-grain Koa with accents of Wenge wood.
The legs are Wenge. Lava rocks support the floating top with concealed thru-bolts.
Hand-crafted drawer pulls.

17" Wide x 56" Long x 34" High

$18,000

[Koa Table]
"There are curved bulkheads and drawer sides."

[Koa Table]
Top detail showing the Koawood "curly-grain" figuring


If you have just the special spot for this superb
example of studio furniture art, then why not give us a call
on our Toll Free line . . . 1-800-637-0188



For the past 30 years Ricardo Vasquez has been designing and creating unique custom furniture and cabinetry that satisfies client¹s requirements for functionality while adding beauty to their environment.

Ricardo speaks of his work:

"I approach furniture as functional pieces of art. As a studio craftsman, my primary focus is on the holistic aesthetics of the piece: the way each piece of wood is joined in harmony with the others. Curves and different species of wood are used in a sparingly and thoughtfully intentional manner so as to enhance the feel of a piece of furniture and keep with the integrity of the design."

Largely self-taught Ricardo Vasquez has designed and built custom furniture for executive offices, private homes and custom interiors for mega-yachts.





[Koa Table]


A Bonheur-du-jour
"Good Karma"
Lady's Writing Table
Koa Rare Hawaiian Koa wood.
Legs and Rails of Wenge.
30" High x 18" Deep and 36" Wide

$7,000



[Koa Table]
Top View
[Koa Table]
Detail of drawer and pull



Ricardo Vasquez works with hand-selected quality woods and veneers, incorporating metals, glass and stone as needed by the design. Combining the unique character and beauty of various woods and materials in a way that complements each design is what makes Ricardo Vasquez's work come alive.

This Master Woodworker believes in the value of old-fashioned craftsmanship but avails himself of the latest techniques and materials to produce truly outstanding free standing furniture and built-in cabinetry.

His goal is to design, construct and deliver a piece that exceeds his client's and collector's expectations.



Recent Awards & Professional Memberships

  • Ø First Place Furniture 2008 Hawaii Forest Industry Association statewide juried show Honolulu November 2008

    Ø Featured on HGTV series Modern Masters

    Ø Selected for publication in The Custom Furniture Source Book ­ A Guide to 125 Craftsmen by Taunton Press

    Ø Profiled in numerous magazine and newspaper articles

    Ø Featured in the Masterworks Collection of Hana Coast Gallery

    Ø Member Maui Woodworkers Guild

    Ø Member Hui No`eau Visual Arts Center




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