cabinets with the historic fabric of the homes. T im
calls it their shared aesthetic.
T he Balding brothers cater to high-end clients
seeking custom cabinets designed and fabricated
for period homes. T hey have also developed a line
of semi-custom cabinets for the budget conscious
client with a thirst for quality craftsmanship. W ith
as many as five other members on their staff, they
can juggle three projects simultaneously, with one
in design, one in production and one in finishing.
T he Baldings were among the first to embrace
green technologies while holding onto their handson
approach to building, choosing non-toxic materials
and supplies to eliminate off gassing.
T im notes one of the major industry changes
is the mass production of cabinets that bear the
stamp of the handmade.
“I think like anything else, when things start
to get more automated … there will be a good
response to the true craftsman, the hands-on cabinetmaker.
I think this will elevate the craft of cabinetmaking
to the level of artistry.”
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