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where the dragons sleep tonight

4/27/2014

As promised here is the finished product from the previous blog post.

This entire kitchenette was installed in one day including the stone alcove section above the counter top.

The exterior finish on the end panels , doors and drawer fronts are a carved texture routed from Moisture resistant Medium Density Fiber board "MDF" painted and glazed to resemble rough wood planks and steel straps.

All In all a pretty unique look for a unique room at Adventure Suites In North Conway New Hampshire.

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sometimes you need to get stoned

4/13/2014

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So In my intro to this web site I mention the use of a variety of different materials;
In this project , A kitchenette for a local theme motel, Adventure Suites in North Conway NH.. I am making use of some materials not usually used in a woodworking shop. The Name for this room is "The Dragon's Lair"

well first of all I wanted a somewhat primitive look to the face of the cabinet doors and drawer fronts, so I used a moisture resistant MDF and CNC router carved in a couple of textures that would resemble a rough plank look with forged steel straps and steel button head rivets for effect. The wood texture was painted and glazed to look authentic and the straps were painted using Modern Masters brand "Steel grey" paint. Then this was clear coated for durability and ease of cleaning.

For the upper section I opted to do the stone effect using real stone veneer by stoneyard.com .
If you compare this photo to the opening photo of this post you can see that the left top corner of this alcove gets a wall cabinet with a micro wave shelf to the right.
Oh Weight! This thing is freakin heavy. But it did come out looking pretty cool almost looks like a Dragon's lair.
The counter top will be a "steel grey" granite with an antiqued finish.

I'll try to do a post or the final product installed keep you eye out for it.

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Donald A. Johnson

This is an on going story of my explorations into the artistic world,chronicling the process of this journey. Highlighting my successes as well as my failures. I'll try not to focus on the failures, but they are what has taught me the most.
I Owe the ability to take this journey to; My Mom
(for she bred in me a drive and creativity required for this type of trip) My Incredible Wife and Children for their support, and to the world of creative people that inspire me everyday.
One in particular is Dan Sawatzky (click here to meet Dan) This Guy has Changed the way I look at things. He is truly an artist and a Visionary with passion.

where the dragons sleep tonight

sometimes you need to get stoned

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