An interior of the MetalLark tower kitchen, with custom cabinets and exposed ceiling beams.

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Kitchen Cabinets

The kitchen is the heart of the home. It is where everyone comes together for meals, to complete homework, or to work from home. Kitchen cabinets define your space’s style and functionality—but with endless options, choosing kitchen cabinets can feel overwhelming. That is why we put together this ultimate guide to choosing kitchen cabinets. This … Read more

One of the bedrooms of the Nordlys Longhouse.

Wood Paneling: A Step-by-Step Guide

Despite the varying trends in home design on social media, wood paneling remains a timeless interior design choice. This article will walk you through the ins-and-outs of wall paneling so you can make the best choice for your project. Wood paneling is a type of decorative wall covering made from wide, thin wood sheeting that … Read more

Our Top Tips for Choosing Wood Cabinets

Wood cabinets are a great way to create a timeless and inviting living space, but selecting which specific wood is best for your project is another matter. That’s why we brought together our top tips to help you choose the perfect wood cabinets for your project.  Finding the right materialWhy choose wood cabinets?Choosing the perfect … Read more

How We Install 500+ pound Windows

Installing windows involves careful planning and execution, and when those windows weigh 500, 600, or 800 pounds each, the planning and execution steps are paramount.  The process of how we install these windows came from close collaboration between DP Juza and the window manufacturer, H Window Company in Ashland, Wisconsin, to ensure proper installation of … Read more

Two men reference job prints while working to install a closet in the entryway of home.

Custom residential cabinetry install: Whitmore Cabin

This install project portfolio features photos from the Whitmore cabin, owned by Bob and Molly Whitmore. DP Juza built and finished a collection of custom cabinetry to bring Whitmore’s dream cabin renovation to life. See how the Whitmore custom residential cabinetry looks fully installed. Fixtures The collection includes fixtures for the entryway, dining room, kitchen, … Read more

Custom kitchen cabinetry crowns renovation of Northwoods cabin

A recent DP Juza whole home project showcases how quality custom kitchen cabinetry combined with a clear design can transform a classic Northwoods cabin into a beautiful modern retreat. The Whitmore cabin, owned by Bob and Molly Whitmore, is located well off the beaten path in Northern Wisconsin, nestled in an old Pine Forest on … Read more

An exterior view of MetalLark tower at dusk

MetalLark Tower: Custom Residential Woodworking that Makes an Impression

There are some projects that come to the DP Juza shop that, once installed, make an impression. The custom residential woodworking DP Juza crafted, finished, and installed for Nordlys Lodging in their MetalLark Tower make an impression on how they enhance and compliment the cabin’s unique design and beautiful location. MetalLark Tower is a two-story … Read more

A custom bed in progress at our shop.

Project Recap: A Place for Rest

Within the last year, D.P. Juza Woods & Fixtures was commissioned to build a custom bed for a returning client. While not given a specific plan or drawings, we were entrusted to develop, design and construct this one-off piece.

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Project Recap: Heirloom Chests

D.P. Juza Woods & Fixtures was recently commissioned to custom craft four wooden chests for a client with a newborn daughter. The chests are an heirloom gift representing the love of a father for his wife and children. They are fully functional pieces, though they are beautiful to look at.

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A finished custom set of kitchen cabinets.

Project Recap: Basler Kitchen Cabinetry

What made this particular project so challenging was that we weren’t going to be replacing entire cabinetry in a typical, mostly square-roomed, full-walled kitchen. This was a dome house built by the owners almost 30 years ago. The main structure was built by having approximately twenty, 4-foot wide walls all adjoined to make a circle.

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