The interplay between sunlight and the organic material of a beautiful white oak cabinet in this bathroom brings joy. I love seeing a space come to life, and wood, like water, speaks to our primordial soul. Perhaps it hearkens back to our time ten million years ago, surrounded by trees that we learned to use to build our homes, ingraining it into our DNA. A well-made wooden product can bring a sense of peace and calm.
All the elements contribute: the pattern of the grain, which, like ocean waves, is predictably unpredictable. The different shades of the grain, as they naturally occur, contribute to the overall color. It is the role of the craftsman to select, join, and build the piece to fit together, while also allowing for flexibility to accommodate the inherent movement in wood. This movement adds to the strength. The colors and patterns of the wood contribute to the overall color of the piece. If you turn a plank from the same tree in a different direction, the pattern of the grain will reflect light in a different way. The inconsistencies of natural materials, like the unique features in the faces of those you love, contribute to the character that makes the piece beautiful.
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