HANDS &

MIND

Beyond the keyboard, I find balance and challenge in working with tangible materials. Woodworking and metalworking are not just hobbies; they are exercises in precision, patience, and creative problem-solving.

Description of project 1

Oak & Steel Coffee Table

A fusion of natural and industrial elements. I designed and built this piece focusing on traditional joinery for the oak frame, complemented by a custom-fabricated steel base.

Woodworking Metalworking
Description of project 2

Hand-Forged Chef's Knife

Starting with a single piece of high-carbon steel, I forged, ground, and heat-treated this blade. The handle is crafted from stabilized maple burl with brass pins.

Metalworking
Description of project 3

End-Grain Cutting Board

Constructed from walnut and maple, the end-grain orientation is not only visually striking but also self-healing and gentle on knife edges. Finished with food-safe mineral oil and beeswax.

Woodworking