International Wood Magazine

Artisanal & Handcrafted Pieces

Magazine page featuring a handcrafted tigerwood fireplace mantel with close-ups of its figured grain and a stone hearth installation, alongside a Precious Woods advertisement.
A handcrafted tigerwood fireplace mantel by Danny Schwalje of AVL Custom Made, shown in detail and installed above a stone hearth.

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Artisanal & Handcrafted Pieces

Sourcing special one-of-a-kind artisan crafted pieces for unexpected places in a home is an understated way to achieve this look. This handcrafted mantel made of tigerwood was created by Danny Schwalje of AVL Custom Made. High quality craftsmanship and materials are a real mark of this aesthetic.

Photos by Gabriel Swinney, courtesy of AVL Custom Made

Frequently asked questions

What wood species was used for the AVL Custom Made handcrafted mantel?+

The handcrafted mantel was made of tigerwood.

Who crafted the tigerwood mantel featured in the article?+

The mantel was created by Danny Schwalje of AVL Custom Made.

How can homeowners achieve an artisanal aesthetic in their interiors?+

Sourcing special one-of-a-kind artisan crafted pieces for unexpected places in a home is an understated way to achieve this look.

What defines the artisanal and handcrafted aesthetic in home design?+

High quality craftsmanship and materials are a real mark of this aesthetic.