Chad Hamel - Oronoko Woodworks

I have spent my entire life fascinated by building and creating. The last 27 years I have worked on a variety of projects including: grand staircases, furniture, high end cabinets, paneling, doors, reception walls, commercial installations, mantles, hoods, secret doors, coffee brew handles, architectural sculpture, house renovations, wooden boats, jewelry, commercial displays, custom signs, woodworking tooling, and reclaimed wood installations.

I have a passion for creating with precision, and a desire to constantly learn and grow as a craftsman. I've been exceedingly lucky to have worked with some of the most Innovative and forward thinking, designers, architects, contractors and craftsman that have given me priceless experience and friendships. I would be thrilled to be involved in your next project and to build another lasting relationship.

Selected Works

‪Work Featured in Publications

‪Projects that I have worked on have been featured in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Gizmodo, Bloomberg, Food Network, CNNGo, Seattle Homes Magazine, Lux Magazine, and Seattle Business Magazine.

Awards

Best Curved Stairway

Stair Manufacturers Association

May 2015

Fabrication and installation of two stacked staircases made of white oak and black lacquered maple handrail with a wood panelized, curved soffit.

Best Straight Stairway