Recognition
- Featured in Fine Woodworking magazine (No. 245)
- Best in Show, Fine Art, Single Piece at Milwaukee Fine Furnishings Show (2008)
- Second Place Wood at Spring Green Art Fair (2012)
Customer Reviews
Read my customer reviews below and see even more feedback at Houzz.com
Custom Office Furniture
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"So enjoyed working with Aaron at Rugged Cross on numerous projects over the past 1 1/2 years. The original project was an arts and crafts-style standing desk. This required a whole host of considerations - regarding style v. function, height, etc. Aaron and I exchanged dozens of emails, and the end result is just beautiful.
We then turned to a live-edge conference table - smaller than the standard conference table that occupies an entire room, but more formal than a kitchen table. Aaron invited me and the family to assist in picking out the wood. The end result is exactly what we were going for - distinctive and versatile. We receive compliments on it regularly. Finally, we have been utilizing the scraps from the table project for a variety of other things - end tables, etc. All were delivered and installed, and some were displayed in the local Fine Arts Show (to very favorable reviews). Thanks Aaron, for your craftsmanship and your creativity." - Mark |
Apothecary Table
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I want to thank you for making the whole experience positive. You are true to your word and working together during the creative process yielded a beautiful and functional piece. The pictures and progress reports as the table was crafted were appreciated and I really enjoyed seeing the build process. Lastly, the craftsmanship, attention to detail and quality of construction is outstanding. You managed to exceed my expectations and I can tell you that is not an easy thing to do. Aaron you are more than welcome to use me as a reference any time. I believe anyone commissioning a piece from you would be thrilled with the result." - Mitch "Well we made it back to Indiana in one piece and so did the CD apothecary table. We have it placed in the family room, loaded with all my CD's (with room to expand) and it looks absolutely fantastic. The drawers are a perfect fit and work smooth as silk. After admiring it for a week I cannot think of one thing I would change. My wife says it is perfect. |
Custom Table
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“The table is nothing short of fantastic. Every morning we look forward to setting eyes on it. It seems a miracle to have it at all, much less in such a perfect realization of our dream. To think that it took ten years to see this come to fruition! That is, it took ten years to find the artist who could achieve it.”
- Rick |
Mission Bedroom Furniture
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"Aaron, I wanted to send you a little note to let you know we are thrilled with our new bedroom set you made. This set is exactly like we requested it to be made. Your quality is superb and attention to detail is remarkable.
Craftsmanship of this caliber is not found in any store. To find a man in his 30's that has this talent is a rare find in this era of staples and plastic. If you ever need a reference let me know." - Harry |
Hickory Bedroom Furniture
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"Needless to say, it is everything that I had hoped for. Your craftsmanship is
extraordinary! The process of having you craft exactly what I wanted was relatively simple even at such a distance, and without meeting you. The investment was well worth every penny. As I have stated to you, I have been in many high end furniture stores and have yet to find any piece of furniture with the quality built in that you have provided in this bedroom set. There is no doubt that this set will last a lifetime with a little standard care. You have made my vision into reality with your skills and attention to detail. Please know that any time you would like another reference, you may call on me. What could easily have been rather uncomfortable, given the distance and the amount of money involved, was truly a pleasure working with you. You have my deepest appreciation. I wish you well in your endeavor to continue making furniture. Your work is an art!" - Cathy |
Library Displays
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"Rugged Cross has built several custom shelving units for the Black Earth Public Library. As you can see, they worked within the existing styles, and in some cases, had to create new solutions to work around discontinued materials. The workmanship and quality of materials is outstanding. It gives our space a unique and warm feel. Working with Rugged Cross is great because they are so customer-service oriented, friendly and professional."
- Black Earth Public Library |