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Live edge rustic desk | “The Little Branch Desk.”

September 9, 2021 by Kelly Maxwell 6 Comments

"The Little Branch Desk made from live edge wood.

This live edge rustic desk, inspired by artist Kelly Maxwell’s love of nature, simplicity, and natural wood furniture. The design transcends current trends in modern furniture and takes us back to the days of early traditional woodworking, with intentional raw/natural form. The Little Branch desk … [Read more...] about Live edge rustic desk | “The Little Branch Desk.”

Driftwood Rustic live edge table

September 9, 2020 by Kelly Maxwell

"Redwood Dream" multi-level rustic live edge table design. A simple yet functional table that features salvaged redwood driftwood as the main structural support. Bastard growth curly redwood slab serves as the base and shelves. Which features a vivid flame style wood grain pattern; literally, the … [Read more...] about Driftwood Rustic live edge table

Rustic Modern Dining Table

September 9, 2020 by Kelly Maxwell

"Fiddle Back Fall," a rustic modern dining table design inspired by the feather style wood grain. This elegant wood slab cut from an ethically sourced Oregon black walnut tree. While one of seven live edge wood slabs cut from the original log, it's the last in this sequence. Also, the acrylic leg … [Read more...] about Rustic Modern Dining Table

Claro walnut waterfall coffee table

September 8, 2020 by Kelly Maxwell

Waterfall coffee table design by Kelly Maxwell named "Claro Falls." The design features a single wood slab cut with the roots attached. In addition, a notch cut from the live edge slab creating a leg via the fold. Thus, continuous flow from the floor to the end of the table-top. While a fun, fresh … [Read more...] about Claro walnut waterfall coffee table

The Buckboard Rustic Sofa Table

September 8, 2020 by Kelly Maxwell

This rustic sofa table design reminds me of an old buck broad seat, hence "The Buckboard." In other words, a functional table with a simple, understated design. Hand-forged steel legs add to the authentic rustic table design. Heated and hammered into shape, then hand riveted and banded for … [Read more...] about The Buckboard Rustic Sofa Table

Maple Burl Dining Table

September 7, 2020 by Kelly Maxwell

Nothing compares to the warmth and stability of natural wood and this maple burl dining table. While burls are not common, burl wood of this size is extremely rare. Stunning best describes this unique burl wood table, which will seat 6 comfortably or a cozy 8. The bubbly wood grain, along with the … [Read more...] about Maple Burl Dining Table

Oak Rustic Modern Console Table

September 7, 2020 by Kelly Maxwell

This rustic modern console table handmade from ethically sourced black oak wood planks. Using flawed natural wood planks, balanced with clean lines, lends to this straightforward, functional furniture design. With rustic furniture being simple or plain made, I wanted to stay true to this natural … [Read more...] about Oak Rustic Modern Console Table

Tumbleweed Maple Burl coffee table

September 6, 2020 by Kelly Maxwell Leave a Comment

This maple burl coffee table design features the simplicity of natural wood. The foundation is a juniper log base whose light and airy design reminiscent tumbleweed dancing across the desert floor as a child tumbleweeds fascinated me while they frustrated my grandfather. The harder the wind blows, … [Read more...] about Tumbleweed Maple Burl coffee table

High Plains Display Table

January 16, 2020 by Kelly Maxwell

The "High Plains" display table is a commissioned pedestal table for a Remington bronze sculpture, "The Stampede." The sculpture was originally on an oval glass coffee table, and the client wanted to upgrade with a gift to her husband. The only request to use live edge wood and create a taller table … [Read more...] about High Plains Display Table

A Rustic Throne

January 6, 2020 by Kelly Maxwell

The crafting of a rustic throne! While walking in the park behind my home, I mulled over ideas for a rustic chair. Over the years, I've built several live edge wood chairs but wanted something different. After a renewing 7-mile walk and arriving back at my house, I doodled some notes. While I … [Read more...] about A Rustic Throne

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Inspired by nature, Kelly Maxwell designs and builds a unique style of rustic furniture that elicits awe and wonder. “I work with wood found in nature,” says Kelly, “as it reveals an organic beauty that transcends woodworking into an art form.” “Many times, it’s like polishing a hidden gem.” As a self-made furniture maker, Kelly stays true to his humble roots as he expands his craft.

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