| Project by Matthew T. Smith | posted 239 days ago | 1381 views | 8 times favorited | 29 comments |  |
 |
We specialize in taking a client’s unique and challenging needs and creating the desired outcome. And like many this particular request was a first. The client wanted us to design, build and install an elevator door and closet door that only appeared to be a built-in cabinet. Also the client requested that we make the piece so that the style and finish complement the existing cabinetry on the other side of the billiards room.
The hidden doors are 3’ by 8’ and are incorporated into a 9 1/2’ by 13’ wall system. Concealed hinges are used for both doors. The elevator call button is visible but inconspicuous. The wood used is cherry and walnut burl. Baldwin solid brass catches hold doors in place when closed. The large pulls on the elevator door are also solid brass and made in Italy. The interior of the closet consists of cherry ply and solids. A motion sensor kicks a light on when a person enters. A timer turns the light off when closet is vacated.
-- Matthew, North Carolina, www.woodleafstudios.com
| Pin It |
29 comments so far
JSB
home | projects | blog
516 posts in 247 days
#1 posted 239 days ago
Im at a loss of words. That is an amazing job. speechless…
-- Jay - http://www.jayscustomcreations.com or YouTube.com/jayscustomcreations
Puupaja
home | projects | blog
297 posts in 1269 days
#2 posted 239 days ago
Very impressive work….bet your client is more than happy!
-- http://www.facebook.com/pages/Puupaja/357028681017482
dnick
home | projects | blog
582 posts in 551 days
#3 posted 239 days ago
Very cool. A great piece of work.
-- dnick, North Hollywood, Ca.
Monte Pittman
home | projects | blog
7065 posts in 507 days
#4 posted 239 days ago
Beyond awesome
-- Mother Nature created it, I just assemble it. - It's not ability that we often lack, but the patience to use our ability
Rembo
home | projects | blog
404 posts in 1119 days
#5 posted 239 days ago
great job! impressive.
a1Jim
home | projects | blog
87141 posts in 1746 days
#6 posted 238 days ago
Wow that’s an outstanding work of art , spectacular workmanship.
-- W James Brokenbourgh Custom furniture maker http://artisticwoodstudio.com/
Rogue
home | projects | blog
255 posts in 1638 days
#7 posted 238 days ago
Holy crap! That what I’m talkn about. Good job!
-- Rogue
Dave
home | projects | blog
68 posts in 1366 days
#8 posted 238 days ago
awesome!
-- "I'm not afraid of heights. I'm afraid of widths." - Steven Wright
Oldtool
home | projects | blog
940 posts in 359 days
#9 posted 238 days ago
Magnificent. Beautiful work.
-- "I am a firm believer in the people. If given the truth, they can be depended upon to meet any national crisis. The point is to bring them the real facts." - Abraham Lincoln
chrisstef
home | projects | blog
5253 posts in 1175 days
#10 posted 238 days ago
well aint that somethin. im floored with the design, use, and total functionality of it. home-friggin-run.
-- "there aren’t many hand tools as awe-inspiring as the #8 jointer. I mean, it just reeks of cast iron heft and hubris" - Smitty
Ralph
home | projects | blog
136 posts in 302 days
#11 posted 238 days ago
Impressive design. Nice details. Looks like a million bucks!
-- The greatest risk is not taking one...
sras
home | projects | blog
3244 posts in 1298 days
#12 posted 238 days ago
Absolutely wonderful!
-- Steve - Impatience is Expensive
ohwoodeye
home | projects | blog
765 posts in 1322 days
#13 posted 238 days ago
Fantastic. I’ll be sure to call you when I need the elevator in my house concealed. Well done! Just amazing.
-- Directions are just the Manufacturer's opinion on how something should be assembled. ----Mike, Waukesha, WI
dub560
home | projects | blog
602 posts in 1082 days
#14 posted 238 days ago
very nice built in
-- Life is enjoyable especially when you borrow from people
ScottnKY
home | projects | blog
109 posts in 1233 days
#15 posted 238 days ago
Let’s see …How do I put? just WOW !!!!
View all comments »
showing 1 through 15 of 29 comments
Have your say...