Business Details
34 Years
experience
Custom Handcrafted Wood Furniture in Readyville, TN
Richard Gentry has been crafting custom wood furniture in Middle Tennessee for over 33 years. Founded by Richard Gentry, a self-taught artisan with decades of experience, the studio specializes in handcrafted tables, chairs, cabinetry, and bespoke furniture. Using premium materials like black walnut, cherry, and exotic woods, the team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to create durable, aesthetically refined pieces.Clients include interior designers, attorneys, and homeowners seeking heirloom-quality furniture tailored to their specifications. The business emphasizes integrity, transparency, and collaboration, ensuring each project meets exacting standards. With a reputation built on repeat clients and industry recognition, Richard Gentry remains committed to quality, innovation, and personalized service.
Services
Custom Tables
Handcrafted Chairs
Bespoke Cabinetry
Wood Reproductions
Exotic Wood Furniture
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 33+ years of experience in custom wood furniture craftsmanship.
- Our team specializes in reproducing antique and one-of-a-kind designs.
- We use premium domestic and exotic woods for superior quality.
- Our work has been featured in numerous awards and industry publications.
- We provide personalized consultations for every custom project.
What people say
Exquisite craftsmanship
Superb attention to detail
Built for life quality
Unparalleled joinery
Perfect execution
Services
Custom Tables
Handcrafted tables tailored to client specifications using premium woods like walnut, cherry, and exotic burls. Each piece combines durability with artistic design, ideal for dining, living spaces, or commercial environments. Clients receive heirloom-quality furniture built to last generations.
Handcrafted Chairs
Artisan chairs crafted for comfort and elegance, ranging from dining to occasional styles. Using traditional joinery and modern finishes, each chair is designed to complement custom tables or existing decor while ensuring long-term durability and aesthetic appeal.
Bespoke Cabinetry
Tailored cabinetry solutions for kitchens, entertainment centers, and storage needs. The studio employs high-quality materials and finishes to create functional, visually striking pieces that enhance interior spaces while meeting specific design requirements.
Wood Reproductions
Precise reproductions of antique or historical wood furniture, including tables, chairs, and cabinetry. The team uses traditional techniques and materials to ensure authenticity, allowing clients to preserve classic designs in modern settings.
Exotic Wood Furniture
Furniture crafted from rare woods like rosewood, ebony, and zebra wood, sourced globally for unique patterns and textures. These pieces showcase intricate detailing and craftsmanship, offering clients distinctive, high-end options for custom interiors.
People
Richard F. Gentry
Owner & Master Craftsman
Richard F. Gentry, a Nashville native, has specialized in custom wood furniture for over 33 years. Self-taught and inspired by historical techniques, he creates bespoke pieces for celebrities, designers, and homeowners. His work is celebrated for precision, durability, and artistic merit.
Questions
What types of custom furniture do you specialize in?
We specialize in tables, chairs, cabinetry, and bespoke woodwork using domestic and exotic materials.
Can you reproduce antique furniture designs?
Yes, we create precise replicas of antique pieces using traditional techniques and materials.
What materials do you use for your furniture?
We use premium woods like walnut, cherry, and exotic species such as rosewood and ebony.
How long does a custom order take?
Timelines vary by project complexity but typically range from several weeks to months.
Do you work with interior designers?
Yes, we collaborate with designers to create tailored solutions for client projects.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Middle Tennessee and surrounding regions.
