Custom Wooden Furniture and Doors: Random-Pattern Hemlock Sliding Door, Ash Sliding Door, and Veneered Storage in Ebina, Kanagawa
Custom Furniture, Architectural Woodwork, Built-In Fixtures, Remodeling, Repair & Maintenance by OJIKI Workshop
In this article, we would like to introduce one of our custom-made projects:
custom doors and storage pieces that make generous use of natural wood throughout the home.
In particular, the sliding door for the washroom features a distinctive design made by randomly applying solid wood pieces of different thicknesses. We will introduce a home design that allows you to enjoy the natural expression of wood while also considering functionality.
🔸Contents
1. A Playful Design Made with Randomly Applied Hemlock Wood
2. Natural Wood Kitchen Storage Designed for Ease of Use
3. Spacious Drawer Counter Storage Finished with Ash Veneer
4. Large Built-In Wall Storage Showcasing the Beautiful Grain of Ash
5. Simple Ash Veneer Hanging Sliding Door That Blends into the Space
1. A Playful Design Made with Randomly Applied Hemlock Wood
Hemlock wood, also known as HEM, was used for the hanging sliding door in the washroom.
What makes this door distinctive is the design, in which hemlock pieces of different thicknesses are applied at random. The natural, irregular arrangement creates shadows depending on how the light hits the surface, making the door itself an accent within the space.
Because the natural color and texture of the wood are preserved, the finish has presence without being overly bold, and it remains timeless even as the years pass. The expression unique to natural materials gives the entire home a gentle and warm atmosphere.
2. Natural Wood Kitchen Storage Designed for Ease of Use
For the kitchen storage, durable laminated wood was used as the structural material, while ash veneer was applied to the surfaces of the doors and drawers.
Ash is known for its bright and refined grain, and it is a popular material that brings the warmth of natural wood into a space. By using a veneer finish, it is possible to enjoy beautiful wood grain similar to solid wood while achieving stable quality that is less prone to warping and cracking.
The interior of the storage combines open shelves, drawers, and hinged doors, allowing each section to be used according to its purpose. Cooking tools, dishes, pantry items, and other belongings can be stored efficiently, so the design considers not only beauty but also everyday usability.
By unifying the color tone with the doors and flooring, the kitchen does not stand apart from the rest of the home, creating a sense of unity throughout the space. Through custom sizing and careful material selection, the result is storage furniture that balances functionality and design.
3. Spacious Drawer Counter Storage Finished with Ash Veneer
We created a large-capacity counter storage unit based on laminated wood. Ash veneer was used for the drawers, giving the piece a unified look with the doors and storage furniture throughout the home.
The appeal of counter storage is that it can store more than it appears to from the outside. Drawers can hold stationery and small items, while hinged-door storage can organize daily necessities and stock items, helping to keep the space neat while reducing visual clutter. The top surface can also be used as a display shelf or work surface, making it a versatile built-in piece for everyday living.
The ash veneer used for the drawers has a beautiful grain and gives an elegant impression. The vertical flow of the grain makes the entire storage unit look clean and refined, resulting in a calm design that feels integrated with the wall.
4. Large Built-In Wall Storage Showcasing the Beautiful Grain of Ash
Next to the stair hall, we installed a large wall storage unit made with laminated wood as the base material. Ash veneer was used for the doors to create unity with the natural wood feeling throughout the home.
By aligning the beautiful grain unique to ash in a vertical direction, the design gives a clean impression with a sense of height. Although the storage covers a large wall area, it avoids feeling oppressive and blends naturally into the space as if it were part of the architecture itself.
Inside, there is ample capacity for storing daily necessities, cleaning tools, seasonal items, and more. By keeping items that tend to create a lived-in look neatly behind the doors, shared spaces can be kept beautiful and organized.
The same ash material is also used for the adjacent counter storage and doors, creating a sense of unity throughout the space. Another major advantage of custom-made furniture is that the storage plan can be designed without waste, according to the wall dimensions and intended use.
This wall storage focuses on “concealed storage” rather than display storage, while still allowing you to enjoy the warmth and texture of natural wood. It combines generous storage capacity with refined design.
5. Simple Ash Veneer Hanging Sliding Door That Blends into the Space
For the toilet door, we created a simple hanging sliding door with ash veneer applied vertically.
By making the most of the straight and beautiful grain unique to ash and avoiding unnecessary decoration, the design gives the entire space a clean impression. It also harmonizes naturally with the surrounding cedar-paneled walls and solid wood flooring, further enhancing the warmth of wood throughout the home. In addition, because a top-hung sliding door was adopted, there is no rail on the floor, making the appearance cleaner and cleaning easier. The soft-close hardware also allows the door to close quietly all the way, taking everyday usability and safety into consideration.
At first glance, the design may seem understated, but the texture and beauty of the natural wood grain stand out, giving the space a refined atmosphere. This finish emphasizes unity with the entire home, something that can only be achieved through custom-made work.
Detailed Specifications
| Area | Material | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Washroom hanging sliding door | Randomly applied hemlock wood, HEM | H2000 × W730 |
| Toilet and other hanging sliding doors | Ash veneer plywood | H2000 × Toilet W730, etc. |
| Kitchen and counter storage | Ash veneer plywood and laminated wood | Custom size |
Summary
The doors and built-in furniture created for this project are custom-made pieces that make the most of the appeal of natural wood while also focusing on ease of daily living. The randomly applied hemlock sliding door serves not only as a functional door, but also as a design element that adds character to the space. In addition, the storage furniture and doors unified with ash give the entire home a sense of consistency and refinement.
Because doors and storage are used every day, it is important to balance comfort of use with design. Sizes and specifications that are difficult to achieve with ready-made products can be flexibly tailored to the home through custom-made production.
If you are considering doors or built-in furniture that make use of natural wood, please feel free to contact us.
At OJIKI Workshop, we handle not only custom-made furniture and architectural woodwork, but also a wide range of repair and maintenance services, including restoration of high-gloss painted finishes on well-used furniture and the revival of antique furniture.
For detailed consultations and estimates, please feel free to contact us via our official LINE account, by phone, or through our inquiry form.
Phone: 046-204-5592 (Weekdays 9:00–18:00)
LINE: OJIKI Workshop Official Account
《About OJIKI Workshop》
OJIKI Workshop manufactures and sells furniture, doors, and architectural woodwork made from solid natural wood.
In addition to selling our original products, we also provide custom-made furniture, remodeling, repair, and maintenance services for unused furniture, aged doors, and built-in woodwork that no longer suits modern lifestyles.
For remodeling, repair, and maintenance projects, we listen carefully to our clients’ requests regarding design, functionality, and usability before beginning production. This approach has earned us many words of appreciation from our customers.
We hope to meet the needs of customers who wish to use their wooden furniture and wooden architectural elements with care for many years to come.
⚫︎You want to repair and maintain beloved furniture or doors so you can continue using them for a long time.
⚫︎You want to remodel furniture that your family has used for many years so it better suits your current lifestyle.
⚫︎You want to order custom-made furniture or doors made from natural materials, with careful attention to both design and usability.
⚫︎You want to live in a healthier environment, both physically and mentally, by using natural materials in the furniture and doors of your home.
⚫︎You want to incorporate a relaxing environment with natural materials into your office.
⚫︎You want to create a shop that uses plenty of natural materials.
And more.
For consultations about furniture and architectural woodwork made from natural materials, please leave it to us at OJIKI Workshop.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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OJIKI Co., Ltd.
Wooden Furniture and Wooden Architectural Woodwork [Custom-Made, Remodeling, Repair]
Zama, Yamato, Sagamihara
5-49-16 Hibarigaoka, Zama City, Kanagawa 252-0003, Japan
Phone: 046-204-5592 (Weekdays 9:00–18:00)
Representative Director: Kenichi Okawa
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Graduated from the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Tokai University
Graduated from Chippendale International School of Furniture in the United Kingdom
(Furniture making and antique furniture repair)
Trained for three years at Rengesou Motomachi Workshop
Based on the traditional production process of Yokohama furniture, which has continued for more than 100 years, he continues to explore new designs using materials such as iron, leather, and glass while engaging in woodworking every day.
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