Installing A Window Seat

By Robert Robillard

Custom Window Seat Installation I recently made a custom window seat for this window alcove.  [photo right] The customer originally had a bench in this spot but wanted something more permanent with storage.  We decided installing a window seat with a hinged lid was the best option. Measuring and making this window seat was done earlier…

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How To Build A Torsion Box Bookcase Seat

By Robert Robillard

Using Airplane Technology to Build Bookcases When designing an aircraft, it’s all about finding lightweight and strong material that is stiff enough to withstand the exceptional forces under which it has to operate. Durability is an important factor especially when the wings come into play.  Aerodynamic forces not only bend the wing, they also twist…

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Built-In Desks and Spaces

By Robert Robillard

Built-In Desks, Niches and Spaces Built-ins transform dead space in your house into functional spaces and help you get organized by adding new storage options without adding onto your home. Well designed built-ins should tie in with other architectural elements in your house, such as crown molding, trim and wainscoting. Homework Alcove This homework station…

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Custom Bookcase

By Robert Robillard

Built – In Bookcase During a recent renovation we were asked if we could build a custom bookcase to encompass two windows. The customer wanted three bookcases with lower base cabinets on wither side and between the windows and wanted them connected by window seats under the windows. The Design: After looking through many magazines…

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Building A Window Seat

By Robert Robillard

How to Build A Window Seat Window seats are and attractive way to decorate  alcoves or add useful and attractive detail to a deep dog house dormer. A window seat, in order to look right, should fit wall to wall and stop below the window trim which usually means customer work.    Stopping at the window sill…

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