WOOD

Oak Leaf Building

Reuse, reclaim, recycle” is a recent phrase, that I have been practicing for twenty years. The furniture I build is predominately reclaimed material, much of it recovered from remodeling “projects from my construction business.” Hall says functionality is also a motivation, which led to entering the construction industry. “Timber framing appeals to me in the same way furniture does; the process is challenging and fulfilling. I think it is probably a Midwestern mindset to always focus on the practical; this doesn’t necessarily discount aesthetics. Furniture and timber framing can embody both these philosophies.”  Hall grew up near New Richmond, Wisconsin and attended UW River Falls as an art major, later transferred to UW Stout, earning a BFA in art metals in 1991. He currently lives near Amery, where he creates artworks in metal, wood and found objects. “I have expanded my range to include furniture and sculpture, continuing to offer the jewelry I have done for 20+ years. I also own a construction business, specializing in timber framing.”