My name is Andy. I am a woodworker and a craftsman. I have owned and operated a furniture business in Albuquerque, NM at the same location for over 30 years. I have to share credit of success with my customers - over the years, customers have spurred me on in product development. As a sole proprietor I have the opportunity and challenge of fully managing my business - I am my own bookkeeping, design and development, and marketing departments.
My appreciation for wood started when I was growing up in Africa. Exposed to nomadic peoples, I saw that woodworking was utilitarian, had multiple uses, and reflected the stark simplicity of the third world. I also lived in Italy where I saw the most elaborate furniture, with carving and intricate inlay; furniture with style and grace.
My appreciation for wood started when I was growing up in Africa. Exposed to nomadic peoples, I saw that woodworking was utilitarian, had multiple uses, and reflected the stark simplicity of the third world. I also lived in Italy where I saw the most elaborate furniture, with carving and intricate inlay; furniture with style and grace.
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It's custom size is particular both to its use and its space, as it needs to be accessible to the occupant of the low bench immediately adjacent, and fit the available spot. Whether you're looking for a bench that stands out with unique form or a banco that blends in with your space and provides weatherproof storage, a custom piece from Watersong will serve your needs with handmade quality and esthetic appeal that is rarely matched.
Entertainment centers pose the challenge of accommodating current technology and the way we spend our leisure time at home. These pieces of furniture need to be adaptable to rapidly changing technology and evolving family entertainment. I sometimes think of the TV as the family member who no one invited but showed up.
A custom bed is a piece of furniture with even more advantages over its store bought counter part than most. With endless storage options and add-ons, and the ability to select your own most comfortable mattress height, there are a multitude of advantages to a custom bed. This bedroom set matches a pre-existing bureau, finished in a grey wash with a sealer over the top.
Head boards and wall units don't help you sleep any better, rather they define the bed. While flat head boards save on floor space, they don't offer the functional service that bookshelf head boards and wall units provide. Head boards are your chance to express your style and emphasize dcor. The flat head board can be a simple, basic panel of wood or an elaborate puzzle.
From traditional hardwood dressers to designs with folding mirrors and room for TVs, the utility and beauty of a custom dresser is limited only by your imagination. Take a look at these examples to get an idea of what I'm capable of and what others enjoy, but keep in mind you piece should be uniquely yours.
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Ken Born
Jun 21, 2021
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Kathleen Buckley
Nov 24, 2020
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We needed to install a built-in dishwasher to replace a portable that sat at the end of the kitchen counter, which meant we needed a cabinet for it. After looking at other custom cabinet makers, I chose Andy Monahan of Watersong Custom Furniture because his projects appeared to be more in line with our taste. As this took place during the COVID-19 pandemic, it took a little longer than we might have hoped but was well worth it. The cabinet looks like it belongs with the rest of the kitchen. When we discussed what to put on top of the cabinet, we decided we wanted Mexican tile (we already have Mexican
Yolanda Day
Sep 24, 2019
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Kate Lacey
May 23, 2019
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Andy does great work! He helped us with a custom cabinetry retrofit to install a new dishwasher in a space that never had one before. I called many different places and got no response, but Andy was up for the challenge and made our cabinet space with the dishwasher look original. He helped solve our problem and did a great job. Highly recommend giving Andy a call!
Nm Gal
May 18, 2018
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Andy is an exceptional woodworker and craftsman. He listens to your vision and provides valuable input. He pays attention to even the finest of details and the end result is simply awesome! He has made several things for us - a waterbed frame with bed-side tables, a desk and file cabinet, a coffee station cabinet - every piece custom-made by hand. And he includes delivery. Service and quality craftsmanship...what more could one ask for? He is definitely my go-to guy for wood furniture of any type!
Sean Broderick
Dec 18, 2017
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Andy built me a pantry cabinet to help manage pots, pans, and canned food. The project was completed on time and budget and I'm very pleased. Andy does good work and his prices are fair.
This is actually the 4th piece of furniture that Andy has built for me. My first pieces were completed in 1995 when he constructed and installed two built-in cabinets for my house and a small heavy-duty chest of drawers to hold compact discs. The built-in cabinets still look like new, and the chest of drawers has survived moves to Alaska, Europe, California, and DC.
This is actually the 4th piece of furniture that Andy has built for me. My first pieces were completed in 1995 when he constructed and installed two built-in cabinets for my house and a small heavy-duty chest of drawers to hold compact discs. The built-in cabinets still look like new, and the chest of drawers has survived moves to Alaska, Europe, California, and DC.
