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One of the most refined designs at Duvall & Co. is the Oliver Turned-Leg Table . This classic farmhouse style table is crafted from rich maple or dark, luxurious walnut, both gorgeous furniture-quality wood. Modern and traditional woodworking techniques are employed in the making of this table. A turned-leg table refers to the process used to fashion the elegant legs of the table. The furniture artisan shapes the smooth, flowing design of the table leg by turning the wood on a tool called a lathe. The legs of the Oliver Turned-Leg Table are hand-turned locally in North Carolina and are attached to the table frame with expert joinery that produces the strongest possible joints. This beautiful hardwood dining table can be paired with the Oliver Bench from Duvall & Co., a furniture piece that perfectly complements the Oliver Turned-Leg Table. The table and bench combination offers plenty of legroom and is ideal for entertaining guests or hosting family events. Because Duvall ...

Sipping coffee is a beloved activity that helps people to destress and appreciate a quiet moment. Many great memories are made around the coffee table, whether people are savoring a peaceful respite on the screened-in porch or enjoying a game night with family and friends in the living room. When homeowners are choosing the perfect coffee table, they are looking for a balance of beauty and functionality since the coffee table is often a foundational decor element of a room and will see frequent use. If the table is too delicate, it may not withstand daily life — spilled coffee, curious pets, or heavy books. On the other hand, a coffee table that is too substantial could overpower the other design elements of a room and be too large to move easily. Homeowners will want to consider how the coffee table will be used and whether it can endure contact with children, grandchildren, or pets. A common decision that people face when choosing a coffee table is whether to go with a glass or wo...

Among custom hardwood furniture , benches are pieces of furniture whose design potential should not be overlooked. Tables, desks, and accent tables often receive more attention because they are such central elements of a room. However, while benches may not be the centerpiece of the space, they offer practical benefits and give a room a sense of completion. Architectural Digest , an interior design and architecture magazine, notes that benches are “an efficient and elegant way to solve storage problems and create more seating in your home. Often used in dining areas to anchor heavy tables or create a lower focal point, these chair alternatives efficiently add space for more guests without taking away from a sophisticated design aesthetic.” Duvall & Co., a Wake Forest hardwood furniture maker, designs and builds several different styles of benches. From the functional to the artistic, the team crafts a wide variety of bench styles that will please a wide variety of tastes. Tr...

For homeowners in the 1950s and 1960s, formal dining rooms were fixtures in their homes. People’s lifestyles revolved around defined schedules, so mealtimes were more formal and structured. Food was cooked in the kitchen and eaten in the dining room, and after finishing the meal, the family retired to the living room. In contrast, modern homeowners are accustomed to less structure and a more casual approach. Busy work schedules combined with busy school schedules contribute to the need for flexibility. Instead of having meals in a designated room, families often choose to eat in the kitchen, out on the patio, or while watching TV. As a result, the dining room is now used only for family gatherings and holiday celebrations, if it is used at all. A survey from Angie’s List notes that while 77% of respondents have a dining room, only 23% regularly eat meals there. Angie’s List founder Angie Hicks notes that families still enjoy their meals together, but they eat in a different part...

When designing a dining room, homeowners want to craft a unique space that reflects the personality of their family, while ensuring the area is practical and comfortable for hosting guests. Three elements can help people strike the ideal balance between style and functionality when designing a dining room. Identify the Purpose of the Space Before designing the dining room, it is essential to understand the function that it will serve. Will the area be used for formal dinner celebrations or casual gatherings of friends and family? How much seating is required? Should the space promote intimate conversations or lively group interaction? The homeowner must first consider the practicalities of his or her design ideas. An elegant dining room that is easily congested or has poor lighting will need to be reworked. Here are some practical tips for design elements. When selecting lighting, avoid downlights, which cast dark shadows on people’s faces. This effect is especially noticeabl...

When people think of a contemporary, elegant table design, concrete may not be the first material that comes to mind. However, concrete furniture has recently experienced a surge in popularity, and people are recognizing that this humble medium has rich design potential. Concrete’s appeal comes from its versatility. The Sp r uce notes, “Although concrete may seem like a cold, flat material, it actually has this astounding way of creating a neutral backdrop for almost any design style—farmhouse, Bohemian, industrial, minimalist, to name a few.” One way to introduce a concrete feature into an interior design is to invest in a dining table that incorporates concrete elements. “For a dining table that has an outside-the-box vibe, look to concrete. It offers a solid surface for family dinners, acts as a neutral stage for tabletop decor, and can be handmade by concrete companies, artisans, or custom-ordered online.” As a custom furniture maker, Duvall & Co. understands that the days...

Duvall & Co loves to give back. They donated their most popular table, the High Point Trestle, to be auctioned off at the Pretty in Pink Foundation Gala fundraiser for North Carolina breast cancer survivors on October 19, 2018. All of the proceeds from the online auction went to help breast cancer patients in North Carolina pay for medical treatment. Instead of painting the underside of the custom handcrafted table red, which is the Duvall trademark, they painted it pink, the color of breast cancer awareness . At an event hosted at Wine and Beer 101 in Wake Forest, breast cancer survivors were invited to leave their signature by painting their hands white and putting the handprints on the underside of the table. Pretty In Pink Foundation Pretty In Pink Foundation was founded in 2004 by Dr. Lisa Tolnitch, a leading breast cancer surgeon in Raleigh, NC. The mission is to provide financial assistance to uninsured and under-insured North Carolina breast cancer patients for medica...