The wooden furniture you gather around to eat, sit on, and store your belongings in has lived for decades—weathering storms, seasons, and time. Its curl, grain, patterns, funk, rot, knots, bug holes, and rings tell the story of its life and the world it endured. 

Built into functional objects, this wood shapes how we experience life and interact with others. It anchors a room, defines spaces, and controls the energy within them. It offers comfort, and its form and its natural patterns spark curiosity and connection to nature.

I began building furniture as a way to bring more meaning and intention to my surroundings and to create pieces that reflect what matters to me: beauty, function, and quality. Shaping these objects has become a grounding practice, giving me space to slow down, think, and connect more deeply with the environment around me.

I was born in Hawaii and raised in Taiwan, before I came to the United States for high school. Prior to being a furniture maker, I’ve been a cook, an attorney, and an officer in the United States Air Force. I’ve lived in cities on both coasts, and in the quietness of rural farmland. Each of these places and experiences has shaped how I see space, materials, and meaning.