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Doug Marvel, the Man Behind Marvelous Woodworking
The Marvelous Woodworking team is comprised of Doug Marvel, founder and master woodworker, and his assistant Max Somers. Doug officially began the Marvelous Woodworking business in 2009, but he has long been a practiced craftsman. The art of carpentry had been passed down from his grandfather and father to him, and he had much practice…
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Matching Existing Detailing in New Floor-to-Ceiling Bookcase
As custom woodworkers, Marvelous Woodworking has the opportunity to create unique projects for inspired homeowners. Making a space special involves hitting upon the perfect idea, then finding the right professional who can figure out how to make it work. In this home where we had previously made a custom fireplace mantel and matching cabinets, our…
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You Know You Need Custom Cabinets When…
Time and again, homeowners and designers come to Marvelous Woodworking because stores don’t have what they need. In an older home in Meridian Kessler, we were given a project that is the epitome of why one has custom furniture built. Our client needed bookshelves and cabinets in a tricky part of her side room. To…
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Project Highlight: Making a Murphy Bed
Murphy beds have been around for a long time. If you aren’t familiar with the term, murphy beds are the kind that fold up against the wall. They previously gained popularity in many tiny big city apartments and spare guest bedrooms. They are making a comeback these days as a space-saving, home organization trend. While…