Business Details
30 Years
experience
Custom Woodworking Solutions in Tempe
Founded in 1996, Beyond Woodworking has established itself as a premier custom woodworking shop serving residential, commercial, and liturgical clients across Arizona and beyond. Our founder, Erick Sentz, began his journey in woodworking during high school and honed his craft through formal apprenticeships and professional experience in Pennsylvania before relocating to Phoenix in 2015. With over 25 years of combined experience, our team specializes in creating bespoke cabinetry, furniture, and architectural woodwork that combines timeless craftsmanship with modern design. We collaborate closely with homeowners, interior designers, and contractors to deliver tailored solutions, from CAD renderings to final installation. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our licensed, bonded, and insured status, as well as our track record of successful projects ranging from luxury homes to large-scale institutional renovations.We maintain rigorous attention to detail while ensuring timely delivery and exceptional client service, as demonstrated by our work on a $2,000,000 chapel renewal project and numerous residential transformations. Our expertise spans kitchen design, entertainment centers, home offices, and liturgical furniture, with capabilities in both full custom builds and strategic refacing solutions. This depth of experience positions us as trusted partners in creating functional, beautiful spaces that reflect each client's unique vision.
Services
Custom Kitchen Cabinets
Bathroom Vanities
Home Office Solutions
Liturgical Furniture
Entertainment Centers
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of combined woodworking expertise from our master craftsmen
- Our team provides CAD design services for precise custom cabinetry planning
- We collaborate with architects and contractors on complex commercial projects
- We guarantee on-time delivery demonstrated by successful $2M+ chapel renovations
- We specialize in both full custom builds and strategic kitchen refacing solutions
Associations and certifications
- Licensed
- Bonded
- Insured
What people say
Flawless cabinetry
On time and on budget
Professional to work with
Excellence in woodworking
Creative problem-solving
Services
Custom Kitchen Cabinets
We create fully customized kitchen cabinetry tailored to homeowners' specific needs and aesthetic preferences. Our process begins with CAD renderings to visualize layouts before crafting premium wood cabinets that optimize storage and functionality. This service is ideal for complete kitchen renovations where existing layouts no longer meet functional requirements or when homeowners desire unique design elements that mass-produced solutions cannot provide.
Liturgical Furniture
We specialize in crafting sacred furniture for worship spaces including altars, lecterns, and tabernacles with meticulous attention to religious symbolism and architectural context. Our team collaborates with clergy and artisans to ensure designs align with spiritual significance while maintaining structural integrity. This service supports both new church construction and renovation projects requiring specialized woodworking that enhances worship environments.
Home Office Solutions
We design and build custom office furniture including built-in shelving, executive desks, and storage systems that maximize workspace efficiency. Our solutions integrate technology requirements while maintaining aesthetic appeal through premium wood finishes. This service caters to remote workers and business owners seeking tailored environments that balance professional functionality with personalized style in residential settings.
Kitchen Refacing
We offer kitchen refacing services that update existing cabinetry with new doors, hardware, and finishes while preserving structural components. This cost-effective solution maintains countertops and layout while modernizing aesthetics with minimal disruption. Ideal for kitchens with structurally sound cabinets needing style updates, this service combines customization options with faster project timelines compared to full renovations.
Entertainment Centers
We create custom entertainment centers and home theaters with integrated technology solutions. Our designs optimize audio-visual performance while incorporating storage for media equipment and decorative elements. This service addresses unique spatial challenges through built-in cabinetry that conceals wiring and enhances room aesthetics, providing both functional media management and architectural enhancement for modern living spaces.
People
Erick Sentz
Owner
Erick Sentz discovered woodworking in high school, established his first woodworking business in 2006, and relocated Beyond Woodworking to Phoenix in 2015. With formal apprenticeship training and decades of experience serving residential and commercial clients, he oversees all projects from design to installation.
Questions
What types of woodworking services do you offer?
We specialize in custom cabinetry for kitchens, bathrooms, and home offices, along with liturgical furniture and entertainment centers. Our services include CAD design, fabrication, delivery, and installation for residential, commercial, and religious clients.
Do you work with interior designers and contractors?
Yes, we collaborate with designers, contractors, and architects on both residential and commercial projects. Our team provides technical expertise and CAD support to ensure seamless integration with broader renovation plans.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Arizona, with our Tempe woodshop serving Phoenix metropolitan clients. While we previously operated in Western Pennsylvania, our current focus is Arizona following our 2015 relocation.
Can you handle both small and large projects?
Yes, we accommodate projects of all scales from single furniture pieces to multi-million dollar chapel renovations. Our process adapts to project complexity while maintaining consistent quality standards across all engagements.
What sets your woodworking apart from competitors?
Our combination of formal apprenticeship training, 25+ years of experience, and commitment to full customization distinguishes us. Unlike companies offering limited options, we create truly bespoke solutions tailored to each client's specific spatial and aesthetic requirements.
