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Hand-Crafted Furniture, One Piece At A Time For The Finish You Deserve - PLEASANT HILL IOWA
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515 Customized Woodworks - "Hand-crafted with pride, not manufactured"

515 Customized Woodworks - "Hand-crafted with pride, not manufactured"515 Customized Woodworks - "Hand-crafted with pride, not manufactured"515 Customized Woodworks - "Hand-crafted with pride, not manufactured"

We are a small business LLC  servicing the Des Moines Iowa region working with customers - building customized pieces. 

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515 Customized Woodworks - "Hand-crafted with pride, not manufactured"

515 Customized Woodworks - "Hand-crafted with pride, not manufactured"515 Customized Woodworks - "Hand-crafted with pride, not manufactured"515 Customized Woodworks - "Hand-crafted with pride, not manufactured"

We are a small business LLC  servicing the Des Moines Iowa region working with customers - building customized pieces. 

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Our Range of Projects Built and Finishing Services we offer

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Popular Products - See Gallery

Around the home Small Tables, Drop Zone Tables

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Dog Dens

Many types/styles replacing wire /plastic kennels

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"Live Edge" Projects

With or without epoxy features -

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at 515customizedwoodworks@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

For the past 6 years we have exhibited at the 3 annual Des Moines,  Callahan Productions Arts and Crafts Shows held at the Des Moines fairgrounds. In 2026 you can visit us March 13-15, September 25-27 or November 13-15th. Between shows you can reach out to us for an appointment to see inventory built items or  design a customized piece for your space. 


We do not have an on-line store to purchase items and have them shipped - due to the size of our items, shipping costs and nature of our business for customization, we prefer to deliver items within our business radius encompassing the Greater Metro Des Moines Iowa region or prefer customers pick up items built or those coming from our inventory.  We do not ship out of Iowa.   


We do not have a showroom. Outside of what you see on the website, We exhibit our items at venues around the Des Moines Iowa metro area. In 2026, we will be exhibiting at the Callahan Promotions Arts and Crafts Shows: Iowa State Fairgrounds in March, September, and November - dates to be announced.  Between shows, we keep our items in a climate controlled storage facility,  and are happy to meet customers there by appointment to see specific items already built. 


We build stand alone pieces (no built in units - or installations) but will make a piece that you can have a carpenter or do it yourself install.  For custom pieces of interest, send us a photo example or similar item of what you are looking to have built.  Since styles are often different, we will work with you to design your piece.   


Once we agree on the details of a build, we ask for at least 50% of the total price as down-payment to get the project on our books, and so we can purchase the necessary wood or hardware needed. We accept cash, checks or credit card payments. 


Yes, we offer delivery in and around the Des Moines area for many items. For larger pieces, we charge $75 for delivery in the DM metro area to your home or office to cover the cost of a rental truck/trailer. Locations further away may require a delivery fee up to $125 depending on the piece.   We will let you know at time of the order if a delivery cost is required. You can always pick up your piece is that works best for you too.  


Unfortunately we do not build chairs, for the time and expense to properly construct a chair that is durable, people can purchase many styles of chairs from various sources. We can quote to match or compliment a finish to purchased unfinished chairs for our customers.  


Built like it matters - because it does!!

We have local harvested, kiln dried white oak, walnut, locust, elm and a few other options available

We are focused on Creating "Live Edge" Custom pieces for you!

Capturing natures beauty with "live edge" wood pieces is very satisfying. We have expanded our range of "live edge" furniture, small tables, large tables, entry pieces, accent pieces.  We use metal leg systems or many configurations of hand made wood leg systems. Painted black, these give some modern character to each unique live edge piece. We epoxy repair pieces or add epoxy features to enhance the beauty. All pieces are unique.   We have access to locally harvested, kiln dried walnut, locust, elm, ash, white oak and possibly other options up to 2.5 inches thick and offer many customizable options for small pieces or larger dining tables- reach out to us @ 515customizedwoodworks@gmail.com to see what is possible for your project goal! Des Moines custom built furniture custom made wood furniture West Des Moines

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Small or Large projects, let us help realize your dream project incorporating a range of epoxy color

"Live Edge" Wood projects incorporating epoxy features adds to natures beauty.

We enjoy working on custom projects for customers to realize their dream piece! Contact us today with your thoughts or ideas!

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Our Dog Den - It's a beautiful piece of furniture DESIGNED for your space!

Introducing our popular Dog Den, a beautiful furniture piece that enhances any space. Designed around traditional kennel sizes, it provides a stylish alternative to unsightly cages.

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Features of our popular "Dog Den" Creation

  • Sturdy one piece construction cabinet – all ¾” plywood and Poplar or Douglas fir. Tops are >1” thickness, glued boards 
  • Aluminum exterior black powder coated containment bars – spacing dependent on pet size
  • Escape-proof door hardware and simple, but effective door latch system 
  • Door Styles: Front slide or hinged on end depending on the location of Den in your home. 
  • Flooring and back wall: Several styles of Luxury Vinal Plank (LVP) flooring – Resistant to scratches and water – easy clean up. 
  • Anti-chew bars, as an option can be installed inside base to limit areas for potential wood chewing. 
  • All Stained wood colors with sprayed protective topcoat system 
  • Floor leveling hardware included for each leg – optional wheels can be installed as upgrade. 
  •  A typical “standard” size with front barn door opening, for medium pet, has an inside area of 22”-24” wide by 42” long, making the furniture piece 24 – 27” wide and 47-48” long. The height can vary from 32” up to 45” depending on the space requirements.

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Live edge "Crafted elegance" gallery, Natures beauty recaptured!

We have constant new batches of "live edge wood" Each Live Edge piece is unique - Heart Tables, coffee tables, end tables, dining tables - all unique. 

    Gallery: Drop Zones, Tables, Small Cabinets/Consoles - Don't see it? Contact us!

    Units can be built for small spaces, taller with bottom shoe parking,  wider for more hooks - all customizable!

      Gallery: Dog Dens, many other configurations possible!

      Best Sellers! We  make a wide range of furniture and in 2022 introduced the very popular  "Dog Den" -  Customized Dog Dens - Durable, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Anti chew bars, large to small dog friendly.

        About Us

        Brad & Theresa Durkin

        We moved from Michigan  to Iowa back in 2019 in preparation for future retirement. Theresa was born and raised in the Des Moines area, eventually moved away to better establish her career with a large telecommunications company. By chance she met Brad in the fall of 1999 while he was on a business trip to the San Francisco area for a large global supplier company supporting the surface finishing industry. But that crossing of their paths created sparks, and more importantly the opportunity for Theresa to move to SE Michigan area in May of 2000 where they both worked.  In 2019  they relocated to the Pleasant Hill/Altoona Iowa area.  Brad loves Iowa and that midwest lifestyle. 

        Theresa has always enjoyed design, being focused on all the elements of home design for the construction of two homes, the first in Michigan, and then the current home in Altoona Iowa. Her keen eye for how things should look and be presented help the effort to create pieces that have the widest appeal to the market. Theresa has a knack for predicting the next “trend” for color or design. Since a teenager, Brad has always enjoyed woodworking, and comes from a family of carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and hands-on craftsmen.  Brad’s grandfather was a well- known finish carpenter throughout central Oklahoma, and often watched him work and learned some skills while visiting his woodshop, and still today uses his grandfather's 1950's sears craftsman belt driven table saw!

        How To Contact Us -

        Call/Text Brad at 515-635-1270 or email: 515customizedwoodworks@gmail.com

        Hand-Crafted Pieces Built Like It Matters - Because It Does!

        We love custom orders. Don't see it? Send us a picture idea, we love challenges and can work with you to craft your dream piece.  Email or text to discuss your project potential. custom built furniture custom wood table Des Moines West Des Moines custom made wood furniture

        515 CUSTOMIZED WOODWORKS LLC

        Pleasant Hill, Iowa, United States

        515customizedwoodworks@gmail.com or Text 515-635-1270

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