Master Craftsman

Kelly Franké draws houses and buildings, from landmarks like lighthouses to businesses, capturing the artistry, inherent in their architecture.

Badilla Painters developed a new technology, ChromableNY, that involves applying a reflective chrome finish to bring new life to any surface.

Christa Wilm of Christa’s South Seashells creates seashell-encrusted pieces for homes and businesses across the country.

Rob Meyer of Palm Beach Craftsman turned his passion for woodworking into a business, which specializes in custom wood furniture and more.

Ron Genereux of Artgroove turned his love of mural painting into a business that specializes in decorative finishes.

Inside each Behind The Hedges magazine, our Master Craftsman column highlights people who help make our house a home.

Jeffrey DiFilippo has gained a reputation for being able to do difficult wallpaper and wall covering jobs. Forty-six years in the business explains why.

Michael Javidi calls his design “Le Nid,” which means “the nest” in French. It does have the feel of a nook. The predecessor to the bronze teardrop-shaped chair, one made of hickory, hangs nearby and has an especially ethereal quality.

A cabinetmaker is back to work skillfully making modern kitchens and vanities, after a spinal surgery left him paralyzed.

Madison Wienckowski has honed her skills as hand pouring resin for functional art pieces over the last two years. Still, she doesn’t consider herself an artist, but a creator.