The Studio
I’m Ray Buckmaster, the sole craftsman behind Younger Brother Woodworking, founded in 2016. My studio is located in Western North Carolina, where I build small-batch studio furniture designed, built, and finished using premium hard wax oils and hand-selected lumber from sawyers in the region.
As a dedicated North Carolina furniture maker, the aim is simple: to create quiet, enduring studio furniture that balances functional utility with mid-century form.
I regularly take on custom commissions, ranging from adapting an existing studio piece to building something completely from scratch.
Studio Furniture
I design furniture that balances form and function, often with mid-century modern influences. Each piece in the collection undergoes a rigorous refinement process. The series numbers reflect design revisions, or alternative versions that share the same design foundation.
Pictured: Grade Chair No. 1
Commissions
If you need something specific for your space, let’s talk. We can discuss every aspect of the build–from initial design to final delivery. Send a message using the link below to get started.
Pictured: Custom Bentwood Side Table in Sapele