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The art of woodwork requires skill, creativity, and functionality, all of which were found in David Rasmussen’s handcrafted and detailed pieces. A native of New England, Rasmussen was based in Carbondale, Colorado where he created and executed his unique designs.
History
David was originally trained by Wayne Marcoux and Dan Mosheim, furniture masters, who impressed upon him the importance of composition and building methods. In his own modern furniture style, you can could a fusion of contemporary American, Ming Dynasty, and Danish architecture.
Additionally, Rasmussen worked with the Vermont organization Forever Young Treehouses, as their lead carpenter, ensuring that those with disabilities would have access to their treehouse.
Wooden Pieces
David Rasmussen designed and created multiple pieces ranging from barware and tabletop accessories to wall-hung tables and custom pieces. You even have the option to try some of his pieces at a lower rate as long as you’re willing to be surprised.
Barware
David’s barware pieces for entertaining and hosting were unique. Exquisite, some of his most desired, handcrafted items included the Blasphemy Wine Glass, the Wood Cocktail Glass, and the Martini & Tray Gift Set.
All had an FDA-approved finish to prevent any wood flavor from affecting the taste of your beverage. The wood also helped to keep your drink at its optimal temperature much longer than regular glassware.
Tables
David Rasmussen also made wall-hung tables such as the Wud Console to maximize space while maintaining a minimalist environment. They came in a variety of sizes and have storage space as well.
Tabletop Accessories
David’s sophisticated Chroma Coaster helped protect surfaces while also adding a natural element. It was scooped out to keep condensation on the coaster and finished with a very durable oil to keep it ready to use for many years. The Lazy Susan was another great addition to add to the center of your table.
Chroma Plates, Trays, and Boards
While Rasmussen made a variety of plates, trays, and boards, one of the most creative ones was the Croma Mingler. Creating a plate that provided a place to hang your wine glass, this piece allowed you to walk around a party with one hand free.
Furthermore, David handmade wooden plates of all sizes that worked perfectly in all situations. As far as charcuterie boards go, you won’t find one more beautiful than the Chroma Charcuterie Board.
The walnut grain provided a richness to contrast the foods you present on top. Additionally, for most of his designs, you could decide if you wanted a natural or colored trim to your piece.
Custom Pieces
Villarreal Rasmussen (VR) Cabinet Makers was his custom woodworking division that focused on interior finish, furniture design, metal and woodwork, finishing, and upholstery. There was a diverse selection of wood to choose from and their goal was to create furniture that would last a lifetime.
Seconds
If you just wanted to test a few pieces out first, you could try out the Seconds items. These pieces had some imperfections either naturally or due to little slip-ups as they were created.
They were subtle and did not affect the function of the item. Additionally, they were half off in price, although you wouldn’t get to choose your color preference.
Handcrafted Designs
As with most wooden kitchen items, you needed to wash these pieces by hand with soap and water. Never fully immerse them in water for more than a few seconds and never put them in the dishwasher. From time to time, you could rub them with mineral oil and buff them soon after.
If you were looking for unique and handcrafted wooden furniture and kitchen items, David Rasmussen Design was an excellent option. You could easily purchase his furniture and items on his website or select items on Amazon.
Details
Address: 826 C HWY 133, Carbondale, CO 81623
