A hidden-shelf clock unlike anything off the shelf
The face opens on a proprietary patent-pending mechanism, turning the clock into functional storage without changing its clean exterior.
Featured clock shown above
Featured Clock
Cherry with Maple Crown Handmade Wood Wall Clock
Status
Currently available
$2,200.
Not just a clock, a focal point. This piece is currently available for purchase, blending fine woodworking, practical storage, and a striking architectural presence.
This clock's body is cherry with a signature crown of curly maple around the rim. The hand-carved Roman numerals are filled with a blue opalescent epoxy resin as are the naturally occurring voids in the wood. The interior shelves are made of hard maple while the back and clock face are quilted maple.
About My Clocks
For over 4 years I looked for an off-the-shelf hardware solution that would allow a 30-inch circular wooden clock face attached to a circular wooden body to open like a door. It had to be invisible when closed, support the weight of a 15-lb clock face without deforming over time, as easy to adjust as high-end kitchen cabinet hardware and compact enough to allow ample space for shelves. I never found what I was looking for, so I designed my own solution. My proprietary opening mechanism allows the inset circular face of my heirloom clocks to open smoothly, revealing hidden shelves within the body of the clock. When closed, the storage remains discreet, allowing the piece to read as a clean, oversized wall clock.
My oversized wall clocks are crafted from solid hardwoods such as cherry, walnut, and maple. The faces are made from quilted maple, chosen for its mesmerizing natural figure. Hand-carved Roman numerals are filled with epoxy resin tinted with vividly colored, opalescent mica powders. Natural checks and voids in the wood are accentuated with matching resin.
The clock faces are finished with Stone Coat countertop epoxy for a smooth, mirror-like surface with exceptional durability. The clock bodies are sealed with multiple coats of Osmo finishing oil to enhance the grain and provide a rich, natural sheen.
My clocks are meant to live in the space between categories. They keep time, but they are also functional furniture, offering hidden storage within an unexpected form. At the same time, each piece is conceived as wall art, shaped by figure, color, texture, and the changing play of light across the wood and resin. The result is an object that blurs the line between clock, cabinet, and artwork, giving a room something practical, beautiful, and deeply personal.
Designed for interiors where craftsmanship and function matter equally, this piece works well as a focal point in a living room, office, entryway, dining space, studio, or private collection.
Each clock is individually made
No mass production and no CNC duplication. Each piece is shaped, carved, and finished by hand, so every clock carries its own character.
Designed as functional heirloom furniture
These clocks are made to do more than fill a wall. They are intended to become long-term pieces that stay with a home for generations.
FAQ
What size are your clocks?
My clocks are oversized statement pieces, and the exact diameter varies by design. The examples shown on this site range from about 24 inches to 31 inches, and similar custom builds can be discussed based on your space.
Are your clocks one of a kind?
Yes. Each clock is individually made by hand in my one-man shop, with its own wood figure, proportions, carved details, and overall character.
Do all of your clocks include hidden shelves?
Yes. My clocks are designed with hidden shelves behind the face, using my proprietary opening mechanism to keep the storage discreet when the clock is closed.
Can you build a similar version of a past clock?
Yes. The past-work pieces shown on this site can serve as starting points for a similar custom build, with room to discuss woods, scale, and design details.