Christina is not only a mother of five, but a grandmother of three as well. Her expertise for JT Unique ranges from management and bookkeeping to keeping our day-to-day operations and long-term projects in order. She’s even been known to run the equipment in the shop, but prefers to work on tasks in her own wheelhouse.
Read MoreThe Stoney Creek Hotel project in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma has been such an enjoyable project to work on these last several months. From the speak-easy bar and the custom staircases to the unique suites and fireplaces, this hotel beams with exclusive, hand-crafted millwork by JT Unique.
Read MoreCarpentry, welding, and country music – could Chris be any more interesting? The answer is YES! Read about how berry picking also plays a role in Chris’ life.
Read MoreThe idea behind the Blind Buffalo Pour House was for it to resemble a 1920’s speakeasy bar. These bars are typically full of dark wainscoting and judges paneling with dark accented furniture. The Blind Buffalo is no different, but we put a JT Unique spin on it to make it extra special.
Read MoreJT Unique is known for our handmade craftsmanship, custom cabinetry, and furniture pieces. We have skilled carpenters with the expertise to create beautiful custom pieces. From time to time, we design and build custom furniture such as built-in shelving, entertainment cabinets, and doors. Here’s what we’ve been up to in the shop lately!
Read MoreAs a long-time carpenter of nearly 40 years, Mark Grant is an exceptional Shop and Field Manager who loves to work with his hands. He has worked with our team for nearly 18 years on various residential and commercial projects around the Des Moines Metro area and beyond.
Read MoreHow we took an unforeseen design challenge and made it art.
Read MoreAround here we use the term “new” lightly since we generally work with reclaimed wood and other materials as much as possible. Recently, we were asked to build beams with a rustic old reclaimed lumber look to go into a remodeled great room. The only thing really new about these beams are the space they are going into!
Read MoreThe J.T. Unique team has spent the past year working on a hotel project in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. It has been the largest, most design heavy and detailed hotel we’ve worked on to date. Many new designs, styles, and colors were incorporated versus Stoney Creek project we've worked in the past.
Read MoreThis Stoney Creek hotel is the 14th hotel opened in the line. Over the years the hotel line has changed with the design landscape, transitioning from their signature northwoods theme to a contemporary urban lodge theme. The work J.T. Unique completed on this hotel is vast, but let's highlight a few key pieces.
Read MoreEven though the days can be long and he is often away from home, Brad loves that each project starts out as nothing and when it’s done he can walk away from something knowing it is unique and it will hold such a special place in his heart.
Read MoreWe build what people want and the timelessness, versatility, and eco friendliness of reclaimed lumber make it a perfect material to work with. Several of our pieces such as reclaimed sliding doors will be available soon.
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