TL;DR Summary

A custom round table crafted for a Concord, NH couple completed the final stage of their five-year Victorian renovation. Designed to match antique chairs and accommodate taller arm heights, the table was later adjusted for comfort — showing the value of collaboration, craftsmanship, and service in custom furniture.

  • Commissioned by a philanthropist couple in Concord, NH

  • Designed to seat six and match existing antique chairs

  • Built slightly taller than standard to accommodate chair arms

  • Later adjusted on site for ideal comfort and fit

  • Final piece in a years-long home restoration

Every now and then, a project comes along that feels like it’s closing a chapter — in the best way. This round table was just that for a couple in Concord, New Hampshire, who had spent the last five years carefully restoring a Victorian mansion. The home had become a true passion project for them, and when they reached out, they told me this table would be the final piece to complete their renovation. It wasn’t just furniture — it was the punctuation mark at the end of a long journey.

The couple had a clear vision for what they wanted: a round table that would seat six comfortably in their sunlit eat-in kitchen, with an opaque stained finish to match a beautiful set of antique chairs they already owned. But there was one detail that made this table a little different — they requested that it be slightly taller than standard to accommodate the higher-than-usual chair arms. As someone who loves designing for real-life function, I was more than happy to tailor the build to their space.

What really stood out during our conversations was their story. She is the owner of several private schools, and together they’re deeply involved in philanthropy — including starting a school in Africa. There was such a strong sense of purpose and generosity in everything they did, and I felt honored to be part of shaping their home with a piece that would host conversations, breakfasts, and maybe even planning sessions for their next big project.

When we delivered the table, it looked right at home in the room — the stain was spot on, the proportions felt elegant, and they were thrilled. But about a month later, they reached out and let me know that, while they still loved the look of the table, it felt a little too tall in daily use. No problem — I loaded up the tools and returned to Concord to make a few adjustments on site. A simple fix, but one that made all the difference in their comfort.

In the end, it wasn’t just about getting the height right — it was about honoring the relationship we had built, and making sure the final product truly fit their life. That’s the part of custom work I love the most. Every table is a collaboration, and this one was a reminder that the job isn’t finished until the piece feels right in its new home. The table now sits exactly where it belongs — not just in the house, but in the flow of their daily life.