Business Details
21 Years
experience
Custom Handcrafted Furniture & Cabinetry in Squamish
Bowerman's Handcrafted Furniture Handcrafted Furniture and Cabinetry has dedicated two decades to crafting custom furniture and cabinetry with an unwavering commitment to personal design, exceptional craftsmanship, and unparalleled quality. Our process begins with meticulous attention to detail, supported by a team of Red Seal-certified professionals who bring expertise and collaboration to every project. We prioritize intuitive planning and accuracy, working closely with clients to develop creative solutions tailored to their unique spaces. By blending traditional techniques with contemporary building practices, we achieve intricate details and clean designs that stand the test of time. Our in-house capabilitiesfrom design and manufacturing to state-of-the-art finishingensure complete control over quality, while our use of locally sourced materials reflects our commitment to sustainability and regional equity.The only fully enclosed cross-draft finishing facility in the Sea-to-Sky region enables expert finishers to deliver durable, lasting results. With a team of skilled cabinetmakers and designers, we seamlessly navigate both traditional and modern aesthetics, combining old-world tools with cutting-edge technology. Our hands-on approach ensures precision in every project, supported by a collaborative workshop environment that fosters innovation and shared expertise. Communication remains central to our process, ensuring client visions are realized through every phase of design, construction, and installation.
Services
Custom Furniture
Cabinetry
Millwork
Finishing Services
Traditional Joinery
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in custom furniture and cabinetry.
- Our team includes Red Seal-certified professionals with advanced finishing expertise.
- We operate the only cross-draft finishing facility in the Sea-to-Sky region.
- Our in-house process ensures quality control from design to installation.
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern tools for precise results.
Associations and certifications
- Red Seal Certification
Services
Custom Furniture
We create one-of-a-kind furniture pieces tailored to client specifications. Our process combines traditional joinery techniques with modern design principles, using locally sourced hardwoods and reclaimed materials. Each item undergoes rigorous quality checks from initial concept through final finishing in our specialized facility.
Cabinetry
Our cabinetry services focus on precision craftsmanship for kitchens, bathrooms, and storage solutions. We handle every stage in-house, from design visualization to manufacturing and installation. Projects feature durable construction methods and finishes that ensure longevity while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Millwork
We produce high-quality millwork including moldings, trim, and built-in elements. Our team executes complex designs with exacting standards, utilizing both traditional hand tools and modern machinery. Each piece receives a specialized finish in our controlled environment to enhance durability.
Finishing Services
Our state-of-the-art cross-draft finishing facility ensures superior results for all wood projects. Expert finishers apply protective coatings that enhance natural grain patterns while providing long-lasting protection. The controlled environment allows consistent application for both small furniture pieces and large architectural components.
Traditional Joinery
We employ time-tested joinery methods like dovetail and mortise-and-tenon connections. These techniques create stronger, more durable furniture without relying on metal fasteners. Our Red Seal-certified craftsmen combine these historic methods with contemporary design requirements for functional, aesthetically pleasing results.
People
Rick Bowerman
Founder
Rick Bowerman began his career restoring early Canadian antiques, learning the value of quality craftsmanship. He established Bowerman's Handcrafted Furniture Handcrafted Furniture and Cabinetry to create furniture embodying the same care and attention to detail found in historic pieces. Under his leadership, the company blends traditional techniques with modern tools.
Questions
What types of furniture do you specialize in?
We create both traditional and contemporary custom furniture, including kitchen cabinetry, bedroom sets, and unique statement pieces using locally sourced materials.
Do you work on commercial projects?
Yes, we handle both residential and commercial millwork, including architectural woodwork for restaurants, offices, and hospitality spaces.
What makes your finishing process unique?
Our dedicated cross-draft finishing facility allows precise application of protective coatings in a controlled environment, ensuring superior durability and appearance for all wood projects.
Are your craftsmen certified?
Most of our team holds Red Seal certification in joinery, combining formal training with extensive hands-on experience in traditional and modern woodworking techniques.
Can you match existing furniture styles?
Yes, our team can replicate or complement existing pieces using traditional joinery methods and material matching expertise to maintain stylistic consistency.
Do you source materials locally?
We prioritize local wood species and reclaimed materials whenever possible to support regional sustainability and reduce environmental impact.
Reviews (3)
Conny Millard
Jan 19, 2021
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We have used Bowerman for our kitchen renovation and spent thousands to fulfil a dream of having Bowerman cabinetry in our home. It's been disappointing from start to finish. No quality craftsmanship. No service. No customer satisfaction. No ownership. What was once a dream has turned into a nightmare. As we are building our new home, we will not use Bowerman again.
Doug Topp
Dec 01, 2020
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Over the past 17 years we've had Bowerman's build us several pieces of large (and smaller) custom furniture as well as custom accent millwork for our kitchen. Tremendous attention to every little detail, very caring about our needs, timeless product and best of all, everything they've done for us is rock solid to this day. We enjoy outstanding quality and with Bowerman's we get it - big time. Strongly recommend.
Kim Steer
Jun 14, 2020
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Having Bowerman's build our kitchen was a great experience. We needed to maximize the limited space to satisfy our culinary needs and aesthetic desires. The cabinets built by Bowerman's exceeded our expectations. We found working with the design team to be very collaborative. They had wonderful ideas and they also listened to our thoughts which were incorporated into the final design. We really appreciated how detailed they were in double checking all the appliance measurements and installation requirements and adapting the design as required. We have now been living and using this kitchen for
