Annapolis Maritime Antiques & Woodworks pairs a maritime antiques shop with a Tracys Landing workshop that builds, repairs, and restores furniture inspired by nautical history. After four years operating online and from a converted waterman’s shed, the business opened its Eastport doors on June 26, 2014, and now works from the former Raven Maritime Studio. Its woodwork gives salvaged pieces a second life, including furniture made from historic boat hardware and reclaimed vessel materials.
Reuben Smith’s Tumblehome BoatshopReuben Smith’s Tumblehome Boatshop restores historic and classic wooden boats and builds fully custom new ones in the Southern Adirondacks. Founded by Smith in 1997 and reestablished in its current location in 2012, the shop grew from a boatbuilding family tradition into a team working from a 6,000-square-foot facility across from the Hudson River. Clients are invited to follow their projects in person, while the shop’s True Process aims to return each restored boat to its original shape, character, and feel.WARRENSBURG, NY
Cherry AcresCherry Acres turns reclaimed barn wood and live-edge slabs into custom furniture at its downtown Lititz showroom. The business grew from Lancaster County builder Craig Wolf’s habit of salvaging lumber from old buildings and hand-crafting pieces for local shows, and it now works with Pennsylvania Amish craftsmen on distinctive furniture such as Dutch-inspired shutter cabinets. Its reclaimed wood may have spent 100 to 200 years in old buildings before being selected and finished for a new life.LITITZ, PA
Cardinal WoodworkingFounded in 2015, Cardinal Woodworking turns reclaimed old-growth timber and family furniture into custom wood pieces, including heritage tables and other furniture made for a particular home. The craft grows from a family tradition: the owner learned woodworking, joinery and furniture building by watching a grandfather build boats and a father work in his garage shop. Cardinal’s specialty is giving damaged or outdated heirlooms a new, functional life while preserving the memories they carry.CINCINNATI, OH
Furniture From The BarnA damaged 1813 Chester County barn gave Furniture From The Barn its second life: since 2006, Michael and Kelly Kelly have turned salvaged barn boards and American hardwoods into custom, handcrafted furniture. The family-owned Nottingham, Pennsylvania, business combines Michael’s 38 years of carpentry experience with Kelly’s design and finishing guidance, while three generations contribute to the operation. Its pieces are made to order, with reclaimed wood preserving the marks and patina of Pennsylvania’s agricultural past.NOTTINGHAM, PA