Benchbuilt
Custom woodworking and restorations
For more than 35 years, I’ve dedicated my craft to creating timeless furniture and art with a deep respect for history and design. My work blends traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques, drawing on skills in woodworking, wood bending, metalwork, leatherwork, upholstery, painting, refinishing, laser engraving, and more. Whether you’re envisioning a custom piece or restoring a classic, I’d love to bring your project to life.
Specialising in Piano Refinishing and Electronic conversions
If your beloved instrument has irreparable components, don’t worry! I offer a beautiful solution: a complete cabinet restoration combined with a high-quality digital keyboard. This modern enhancement not only preserves the elegance of your 100+ year-old piano but also delivers a rich, authentic sound that resonates through the original soundboard—eliminating the hassle of future tuning. Don’t wait to breathe new life into your heirloom; let’s create something extraordinary together! Contact me today and let’s start this exciting transformation!
Previous Restorations
Take a moment to explore images of past projects and see the restoration process in action.
Steam Bent Oak Flags
My work with the American flag is meant to capture its history, hardships, durability, and beauty. Each piece begins with steam-bent oak—shaped, sanded, and hand-painted with a variety of artistic mediums. The bending process gives the flag a natural, flowing motion, as if it’s waving in the air. To honor our past, the flag is antiqued, with a broken staff symbolizing sacrifice and tattered, blackened edges reflecting the struggles we’ve endured. Oak represents the enduring strength of the American spirit, while the stars and stripes are brought to life with a finish that transitions from semi-gloss to matte. Every flag is a one-of-a-kind work of art, signed and dated.
— Gyhl Koeppen
USMC Veteran
