When I entered art school in 1967 the admissions interviewer asked me why I wanted to be a sculptor. I replied, "Because I love making things and this way I can be sure I will always be able to.”

Completing my formal training with a Master’s Degree in Sculpture from the University of Cincinnati in 1974 now seems to have been only a small introduction to the world of making things. In my 35 years of involvement with the three-dimensional world, I have worked professionally as a sculptor, teacher, draftsman, metal worker, foundry man, woodworker and furniture maker. Each piece you see on this site is custom designed and hand built.

It is my hope you will enjoy living with your furniture as much as I enjoy conceiving and building it.
I love making things and hope to convey that pleasure and share it with you. I have found that an important part of the client/maker relationship is trust. Although a contract can be both reassuring and a framework upon which trust can develop, trust given and respected beyond a contract can make the creation of the most complex project an enjoyable process.
There are 2 ways to have an item custom made for you.

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 Select a design from my portfolio
Work with me to create a new furniture design based on my aesthetic.
If you have found something in my portfolio that seems ideal for you, there are still choices to be considered. For example, dining tables must fit the room they are placed in and seat a desired number of guests. Beds should be built not only to the mattress size (queen, king, etc.) but also to a comfortable height for you. Wood and wood grain are important choices so the furniture fits your decor. Choosing the options that work for you makes each piece unique and custom made.

Once your choices are made, I will furnish a proposal that includes all the particulars for your furniture including drawings, if applicable. Upon signing the proposal, a 50% deposit is required. Receipt of the deposit determines the order of completion and delivery.
 

Creating a new, as yet unrealized piece of furniture requires a design process. After our discussions and asking and answering questions, I will submit a design proposal that outlines the project and a general estimate of the future cost. If you agree to this proposal, a 15% design fee to be credited against the exact cost is required at this time.

I will provide up to 4 prospective drawings of possible solutions. You may be satisfied with one drawing or perhaps parts of all of them. Your responses will be incorporated into another drawing. When we are pleased with the overall design, I will furnish a detailed description of your furniture that includes perspective and measured drawings, materials and an exact price. A deposit of 50% of the total, less the design fee, is required when signing the proposal. Receipt of the deposit determines the order of completion and delivery.
 

The design fee is refundable for two weeks after I receive your check unless drawings have been completed. Due to the open nature of the design process, this fee cannot be used to determine the order of completion.

The balance due plus sales tax and delivery charges is due in full upon delivery.

All drawings and designs remain the property of Rob Hare and may not be reproduced or taken to another for construction or competitive bidding without my permission.