Creative Geniuses With Expert Upcycling Skills

The New Orleans artisan creates heirloom-worthy furniture from reclaimed wood and other unique findings in his community.

Alex put to use reclaimed wood and wrought iron to create this piety desk. Much of the weathered lumber he uses is obtained from water-damaged buildings on the brink of demolition in his hometown of New Orleans.

An ikat headboard incorporating upcycled wood from Alex Geriner's Doorman Designs becomes an heirloom-quality piece of furniture that can be treasured for generations.

Corey's the type of maker that many aspire to be. We think you'll be amazed at her ability to flip an old, ordinary dresser vertical, turning it into a beautiful and unique storage unit. See the full tutorial on her blog, Sawdust2Stitches.com.