Beyond the Kitchen: Custom Built-Ins That Elevate Every Room

When people think of custom cabinetry, kitchens typically take center stage. But the beauty of customized woodwork lies in its versatility—and at Cascade Pacific Woodworks, we believe that every room deserves the same level of craftsmanship, design intention, and functional elegance.

Whether you’re refreshing a tired mudroom, building out a cozy library, wine cellar, or designing a sleek media center, high-quality built-ins add value, cohesion, and artistry to your home.

Why Stop at the Kitchen?

A consistent woodworking aesthetic throughout your home creates a sense of flow and harmony that off-the-shelf solutions simply can’t match. Our team, led by master craftsman Tobias Olsen, works with homeowners to create custom built-ins that are not only functional but also architecturally integrated into the home’s structure and story.

When you work with a custom woodworking shop like Cascade Pacific Woodworks, you're not just getting furniture—you’re getting millwork designed to last generations.

Room-by-Room Inspiration for Custom Built-Ins

Here are just a few spaces where custom cabinetry and built-ins can transform your home:

1. Mudrooms

• Bench seating with hidden storage

• Built-in cubbies for boots, bags, and coats

• Hanging solutions for jackets and bags

• Integrated drawers or charging stations for daily essentials

2. Living Rooms & Media Centers

• Fireplace surrounds, with bookcases

• Custom Mantles

• Hidden TV cabinets or open shelving for decor

• Floating credenzas or entertainment consoles

• Floating accent shelves

3. Libraries & Reading Nooks

• Floor-to-ceiling bookshelves with ladder rails

• Built-in desks or writing tables

• Integrated window seats with drawers

4. Home Offices

• Custom desks with hidden wiring and cable management

• Filing drawers, printer storage, and cord management

• Wall-mounted shelving that blends beauty and utility

5. Bar or Beverage Stations

• Glass-front cabinetry with integrated lighting

• Wine storage, sink cutouts, and refrigerated drawers

• Elegant natural countertop materials like hardwood, stone or concrete

6. Entryways & Hallways

• Floating shelves or inset cubbies

• Drop zones with coat hooks and message boards

• Narrow console cabinetry for slim spaces

What It’s Like to Work with Cascade Pacific Woodworks

Our process is collaborative and tailored. We begin by understanding your needs, preferences, and how you live in the space. Then we bring your vision to life through:

• On-site consultations and precise measurements

• Custom 3D renderings of your built-in cabinetry

• Hand-selection of wood species, finishes, and hardware

• Meticulous in-shop fabrication and finishing

• White-glove delivery and installation

Whether we’re crafting a walnut media wall or maple cubbies for your mudroom, our team delivers handcrafted excellence from start to finish.

A Word from Tobias Olsen

“Some of our most rewarding projects happen outside of the kitchen. We love when clients come to us with a unique space and ask, ‘What can we do here?’ That’s when the fun really begins.”
— Tobias Olsen, Owner & Craftsman

Call to Action: Start Your Whole-Home Woodworking Project

If you're planning a renovation or new build in the Waterford, CT area (within a 50-mile radius), we’d love to help you bring custom woodworking into every corner of your home—not just the kitchen.

Now booking for 2026.
Visit our showroom (coming soon!) or contact us to get started.