Nestled along the northern California coast, not far from Point Arena and Mendocino, sits the small town of Boonville. It’s here that Tom McFadden, a furniture designer and builder, has lived and crafted stunning Arts and Crafts-inspired furniture since the early 1960s. McFadden, who also serves as a woodworking instructor at Mendocino Community College and creates custom cabinetry for Navarro Vineyards, draws influence from the elegant lines and graceful curves of Greene & Greene as well as elements of the Art Nouveau movement, all while maintaining a certain minimalistic approach. McFadden describes his work as currently revolving around two main styles: one that features the clean lines and square corners typical of formal Shaker furniture, and another that incorporates rounded “steps” – a design element he has developed that echoes the cloud lifts of Asian-inspired designs seen in the Greenes’ work. What sets McFadden’s creations apart, however, is his distinctive use of contrasting woods in varying shades and colors, which provides a striking visual contrast, particularly in some of his most intricate pieces. This unique aesthetic is even evident in his more traditional office furniture.