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3 years in business
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Contact Info:
20922 S. Normandie Ave
Torrance, CA 90502
Torrance, CA 90502
Typical Job Costs:
$1,000 - 40,000
Cost is highly-dependent on design complexity, materials, and scale
Cost is highly-dependent on design complexity, materials, and scale
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Impeccably Designed Furniture & Carpentry in LA Westside
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I first began woodworking like many of my 'era', doing whatever it took to improve our homes using sweat equity and possibly to even offset some furniture purchases in favor of buying tools with the savings. Of course, my wife soon figured out that the latter was never a timely solution, but allowed me the luxury...
Apprenticing with my talented father, Sears was my primary tools source and most often softwood or cheap hardwood (poplar, sometimes oak) was my base; it's why manufacturers created dark stain and paint. That said, we did tackle some huge projects and one that comes to mind was 2 stories worth of center staircase in a 100 year old Victorian that we owned - 80 period reproduction spindles of turning, a 10" diameter newel post, and many feet of 3" handrail (including volute) AND all 12/4 rough oak, on a 10" radial arm saw, 4" jointer, Craftsman lathe, and hand tools. The danger-quotient was ridiculous and I only wish I had some pictures because it was a showcase when we sold the house.
After a long career in high tech, I concentrate mostly on furniture commissions, custom cabinetry, and explore a myriad of turned vessels and art objects. Operating from a relatively small shop, I prefer to design from concepts and use precious materials that can be hand finished (as opposed to painted material) and selected to allow the natural grain of the wood to incorporate into the objects. The collage above represents a very small cross-section ranging from musical instruments, natural slabs, turnings, and art nouveau. My furniture interests range from traditional to contemporary and incorporate mixed materials like glass and integrated lighting at all types of scale.
I hope you enjoy a few of the pictures I've included and apologize in advance for my photographic skills!
Services Provided
Custom Bookcases, Custom Built-ins, Custom Cabinets, Custom Entertainment Centers, Custom Furniture, Custom Murphy Beds, Custom Pantries, Custom Shelving, Custom Table, Finish Carpentry, Wainscoting, 3D Rendering, Custom Walk-in Closets
Areas Served
Bell Gardens, Carson, Compton, Gardena, Lawndale, Los Angeles, Palos Verdes Peninsula, Pasadena, Torrance, Alondra Park, Burbank, Harbor City, Lomita, Mt Baldy, Newport Beach, Toluca Lake, West Carson, West Rancho Dominguez, Wilmington
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5 Reviews for Wooden Imagination
5.0|5 reviews
Work Quality5.0
Communication5.0
Value5.0

darlene christianson
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Client
Mike is a true craftsman! Although I have not worked with him yet, I have seen his work in friend's homes. Mike's work is impeccable!
If someone is looking for high-quality work, they should check out "Wooden Imagination".
November 27, 2020

Farris
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Client
Mike has not only an extreme attention to detail with his pieces, but they are incredibly unique as he sources very rare wood to work with. I haven't seen a piece yet that I'm not in love with. He has a wide range of capabilities and styles ranging from a rustic farm table style to a complex and polished entertainment unit.
I'd always be happy to commission Mike for all my furniture needs!
November 26, 2020

Don Popkes
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Client
Such an incredible wood working and custom furniture magician! Our first piece from Wooden Imagination was a Claro Walnut dining room table and it's beyond compare, it made a special appearance in CA Home & Design when our home was featured! Truly an unbelievable heirloom piece our family treasures. We have since added super custom walnut closets, bookshelves, and a fancy headboard with live edge. You can trust Mike with a creative eye for your most prized creations, we love him!!!
November 25, 2020

Rommel Derecho
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Client
Amazing CUSTOMIZED pieces of art that happen to be furniture. The pictures below does not do it justice. From the concept, the high quality materials (wood, clapes, hinges, etc.), start to finish all the products when completed are very well thought out and detailed, that a testament to the owner Mike. These are generational pieces that are to be passed down, yes the quality is that good. If you want an experience, his shop is amazing and watching the construction is fascinating. Highly recommended and TRUST me, people that come will be wowed (understatement) when they physically get to view the items at home. Thank you again ...





November 25, 2020

Alle Fister
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Client
I have several pieces from Wooden Imagination - a beautiful raw edged headboard, a live edge dining room table, and a 14' rustic farmhouse table from reclaimed wood, and a custom closet. Each experience working with the team at Wooden Imagination was beyond clever, creative and enjoyable. It is so special working with Wooden Imagination, creating custom pieces that are family will surely enjoy for generations!


November 25, 2020
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