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Brian Brace Fine Furniture Maker in North Carolina

Brian Brace of Brian Brace Fine Furniture Maker • Black Mountain (15 miles East Of Asheville!)), NC

Originating from a small town in the green mountains of Vermont, I began a fine woodworking apprenticeship under a local master furniture maker while still in high school. Upon completing the required 8000 hour apprenticeship program, I became the first to achieve Vermont State certification. My 5 year journeymanship … Read more Originating from a small town in the green mountains of Vermont, I began a fine woodworking apprenticeship under a local master furniture maker while still in high school. Upon completing the required 8000 hour apprenticeship program, I became the first to achieve Vermont State certification.
My 5 year journeymanship followed, beginning in Vermont and extending to Naples, FL.
Finally, in 2004, my dream of being a Master came true when I opened my first shop in Naples, FL. While having my shop in Naples I worked for people Like Truly Nolan, Olga Hirshhorn ( from the Hirshhorn garden at the Smithsonian) and the Lutgert family along with many others. I also was on the Naples museum of art open studio tour in 2010. One of six artists in all of Naples.

In July of 2010, I expanded that dream by relocating back to the forests, this time, in the Western North Carolina town of Black Mountain just a few miles east of Asheville.
I already have 17 years of experience in custom furniture making at the age of 34 and that is why all of my pieces show the commitment and dedication I displays to the craft. Many of the pieces I have made can be viewed on my website with detail images. Also, I can custom make pieces that you may have in mind or ,we can design together to suite your needs.
Greene and Greene Furniture
Arts and Crafts Furniture
Mission Furniture

Featured in the 2011 issue of style 1900 Arts and Craft magazine!
Featured in 2012 spring issue of Arts and Craft Homes and the Revival Magazine!
Featured Craftsman at the Grovewood Gallery at the Grove Park Inn in Asheville,North Carolina for the 25th arts and Craft Conference 2012!
Next time you are in the Asheville,NC plan a visit!!


Brian Brace
Furniture maker
1196 Old US Highway W
Black Mountain, NC 28711
www.finefurnituremaker.net
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  • Brian Brace Fine Furniture Maker (1) Grovewood Gallery showing

    Posted on Mar. 01 2012

    Brian Brace Fine Furniture Maker featured craftsman at the Grovewood Gallery, Asheville NC

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  • Greene and Greene Coffee Table Birdseye and Walnut

    by David T. Aug 15th 2012

    Brian did a remarkable job. Generally when I have work done I'm disappointed. I'm extremely picky and I find little things half done. Brian is literally the only person who has ever done work for me with whom I've been entirely satisfied. I asked for a table he often makes, but with several modifications. He would go over those with me painstakingly. When I wanted to change the drawer handle, he mocked up different versions and photographed them on the piece so I could see how they looked. Since I wanted birdeye maple, and the look of the piece would be very dependent on the degree of figuring, he selected boards and sent photos to me so that I could OK them before he continued. He also photographed the construction for me every step of the way so I could give my wife a little slideshow (it was a present- I'm happy to email the powerpoint if you like-> toczyski@cc.ucsf.edu). Even the crate he constructed to ship it in was well-built, sturdier and better constructed than a lot... Read More

  • Display Cabinet for movie prop Saving Private Ryan Helmet

    by J I. Jul 17th 2012

    I was in need of two high quality, custom cabinets to display my some movie memorabilia. I wanted these cabinets to match some of the finish work in my home and be of impeccable workmanship. Brian did an outstanding job in communicating with me throughout the entire project and exceed my expectations. The cabinetry is a work of art. He also did an outstanding job in installing discrete custom locking mechanisms on the door and museum quality glass. Brian also coordinated ornate brass and wood display signs for my Witch's Hat and Private Ryan Helmet to complete the ensemble.. The job cam in on time and in budget. He even delivered and installed the cabinets, just to make sure nothing was left to chance. Brian bring skill and integrity to his craft and comes highly recommended.

  • Display Cabinet for movie prop Wizard of Oz Witch's Hat

    by J I. Jul 17th 2012

    I was in need of two high quality, custom cabinets to display my some movie memorabilia. I wanted these cabinets to match some of the finish work in my home and be of impeccable workmanship. Brian did an outstanding job in communicating with me throughout the entire project and exceed my expectations. The cabinetry is a work of art. He also did an outstanding job in installing discrete custom locking mechanisms on the door and museum quality glass. Brian also coordinated ornate brass and wood display signs for my Witch's Hat and Private Ryan Helmet to complete the ensemble.. The job cam in on time and in budget. He even delivered and installed the cabinets, just to make sure nothing was left to chance. Brian bring skill and integrity to his craft and comes highly recommended.

  • Greene & Greene style mirror

    by Joy P. Jul 17th 2012

    I love the mirror that Brian made! Working with Brian was such a pleasure. I described what I wanted, gave him the dimensions, and held my breath. The mirror arrived faster than I expected and it is beautiful. The workmanship is extraordinary and the design is exactly what I had in mind. Brian's ability to turn my words into a beautiful piece of art has exceeded our expectations. We have received numerous compliments on this piece. Thank you Brian!

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