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Whimsical rustic cedar garden shelter | HandymanHayes

Project type

Chapel Hill creative carpentry

Date

Aug 2025

Location

Pittsboro, NC

Rustic cedar arbor

Pittsboro, NC

Rustic cedar

Made for the Come out and Play sculpture show.

Pittsboro, NC

Pittsboro, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Saxapahaw

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I designed and constructed a custom cedar arbor/shelter for the annual "Come Out and Play" sculpture show. The arbor was crafted from reclaimed cedar wood that I personally harvested. Utilizing mortise kits, I meticulously joined each piece, a process that required significant time and attention to detail. To enhance the structure's aesthetic appeal, I incorporated vintage metal roofing sheets, which I painted in a vibrant exterior blue—a color traditionally used in historic homes in Charleston, South Carolina, believed to ward off spirits. Upon completion, I disassembled the arbor and reassembled it on-site for the "Come Out and Play" show which place from August to September 2025. This project not only showcases my craftsmanship but also reflects a deep appreciation for both traditional techniques and local cultural heritage. In this portfolio I have also included some other interesting projects.

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