In his memoir, Soul of a Tree, George Nakashima (American architect and furniture maker) draws reference to an English Oak. He states that “many nations designate trees like this one as special natural monuments, but perhaps they should go further and call them ‘National Living Treasures’. These treasures should be cut with reverence when their life span has been fulfilled. Their aged beauty and great character must be preserved in objects built of their wood to provide a record of their heritage and history.”
At Raven River Designs we make sure that we only buy wood from timber merchants who follow these fundamentals and at every stage of crafting a piece of furniture we will aspire to ensure that we are showing the utmost beauty and character that piece of wood has to offer.
Pippy Burr Oak River Table Resin and Wood Conference Table
A Bog Oak and Resin River Coffee Table or Desk
Combining Bog Oak that has been carbon dated to approximately 350 A.D. - when the Romans were still in Britain and Ultra Clear Resin, skilfully polished to ensure that the original clarity of the resin is retained.
This table or desk perfectly compliments a monochrome interior design scheme.
The clear Acrylic table legs give the illusion that the table is floating
This close up shot shows the clarity that we can achieve with the resin. Skilful polishing ensures that is is almost completely clear.
A Close up shot showing the corner detail of the table. When you run your hand over the table you can feel the wood, you can feel the resin but you cannot distinguish where they join.
Another close up shot showing the amazing grain of the Bog Oak
Coffee Table made from an Oak tree root, Carbon Fibre, glass and stainless steel
Pipe Poplar River Coffee Table made from Resin and wood
Pippy and Burr Oak Wood and Resin River Coffee Table
Elm and Iron Live Edge Side Table, Console Table, Coffee Table
Reviews of Raven River Designs
"We are absolutely in love with our river coffee table and our dining table with bench. They are beautiful, special pieces and the wood work is stunning. Clare and Harry were fantastic to work with, making sure at each step that everything comes out exactly how we wanted it to be. They deeply care about what they do and it showed both in the quality of the resulting work and in the communication with us. Despite being miles away, we were part of the whole exciting process from the design idea over picking the actual wood planks to the last finish, meaning we have a real personal connection to these unique parts of our home.”
I love, love, love the pieces you've made so much! I've been sneaking in working from home just to get a chance to sit at the dining table for a whole day ;-). (from another email)
Pia W, Covent Garden, London
I can highly recommend Clare and Harry’s work. They are professional, dedicated and have exacting standards. Working with Raven River Designs has been a pleasure and a privilege. We are proud to be associated with their amazing creations.
Aram Friedrich, Elichem Resins UK Ltd
Raven River Designs built me a beautifully crafted Resin and Pippy Poplar Coffee Table. The clarity of the resin was exceptional and the choice of wood was stunning. They were communicative and excellent to work with. I can’t wait for my next purchase!
Update: Oliver just placed another order for a new desk to fit in an awkward spot in his bedroom!
Oliver Smith, Queens Club Gardens, London W14
