About

Brenden James' Joinery

Getting started in the heart of BC, Canada, Brenden James is producing masterpieces that have caused many to stop and take a second look. Is the thoughtful design? Or the simple elegance? The natural beauty of wood? What has caused so many to notice. We think we know . . .

~ Invest in the millenium. Plant sequoias. ~

The quote from Wendell Berry (Mad Farmer Manifesto) rather captures our attitude here at BJ Joinery. Have you ever stopped to think about how in our fast-pace consumer culture the value of 'stuff' seems to have a diminishing value? Is it simply because of the quantity of things we have or rapid rate of production? A one in a one-in-a-kind hand-crafted piece has never been more valuable because at BJ Joinery - when we make it there is not another in the assembly line. Each piece has a character of its own brought about by time and attention to every detail to embellish the natural features of the wood we work with.

This is why we differ. When we 'plant a sequoia', we know it is going to take time. This is our strength and we are proud of it. We reject mass production and the loss of value that comes with it. Each of our pieces is crafted with thought, prayer, and a meditation on the Greatness of an All Powerful Creator, who works a masterpiece of each of us. And yes, it takes time. We are pleased to let you know that your piece from BJ Joinery is truly a one of a kind. We hope you see the precious value at the interface between art and function. This is where we live.

We are confident that you will find peace with any wood working masterpiece from BJ Joinery.

- Peace in the piece -

Brenden James

“I am inspired by the natural beauty of my native British Columbian landscapes, forests, and synergistic harmony of the God-given natural systems, which create the hospitable, and yet rugged planet in which we live. The remarkable natural beauty I see in wood, as well as the rugged lines, inspire my creative process to produce works that showcase this beauty."

Brenden's work is truly inspirational - the process from material selection, design, joining styles and techniques is carefully considered throughout all aspects of each project. We are proud to bring you the highest quality hand-crafted wood products that we can safety say "you will love it".

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT US

Brenden James' craftsmanship is inspirational. While working together through various projects I have seen an attention to detail and integrity to the craft at is truest form, that is - unparalleled. His insatiable pursuit of quality, and simple enjoyment of creative process of wood craftsmanship are the foundations for each piece.

- Ellie Cashion