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Brian Benham, artist craftsman designer

Brian Benham's Blog

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Brian Benham

I’m the owner of Benham Design Concepts, a mixed media art studio where I design and build custom furniture and other works of art using wood, glass, stone, and various metals. In this blog, I talk about the art I create, my journey, and the things I learn along the way. Thank you for reading my blog. Follow Me On Your Favorite Social Network:

How Much Does Custom Furniture Cost?

March 21, 2023March 21, 2023
by Brian Benham
How Much Does Custom Furniture Cost?

The cost of custom furniture can vary widely, depending on the complexity of the design, the type of material used, and the craftsmanship involved. A custom piece can cost anywhere from $500 to $10,000 or more, depending on the level of customization. A good average for most custom furniture pieces is $2,800.

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What is Mountain Contemporary Furniture

March 18, 2023March 10, 2023
by Brian Benham
What is Mountain Contemporary Furniture

Mountain Contemporary furniture style melds the warm tones of nature with clean lines, modern shapes, and refined craftsmanship.

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Building the Portal Table with Patinated Copper

March 13, 2023March 11, 2023
by Brian Benham
Building the Portal Table with Patinated Copper

I show how I built a hall table from start to finish. I started out by carefully selecting the materials for the table, including a gorgeous mahogany slab for the tabletop and Steel Disk

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An Ode to the Mighty Dovetail Joint

March 10, 2023March 11, 2023
by Brian Benham
An Ode to the Mighty Dovetail Joint

So take your time, and cut with pride. A dovetail joint, so rare inside, A testament to skill and craft, A thing of beauty that will last.

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Arts and Crafts Movement

March 10, 2023March 21, 2023
by Brian Benham
Arts and Crafts Movement

The Arts and Crafts movement advocated for the revival of traditional craftsmanship and using natural materials instead of mass-produced goods that were becoming increasingly common.

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Respecting The Book Dart

March 9, 2023March 13, 2023
by Brian Benham
Respecting The Book Dart

The basic premise of a book dart is to mark your spot in a book. It is one step up from a bookmark as you can use the dart’s point to point directly at a particular line in the book.

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  • Brian’s Origin Stories
  • How I Create Art – The Build Process
  • The Journey Into Design
  • History of Design and Craftsmanship

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