Counter Milk Stool - Versatile Solution for Seating or Side Tables
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The KHEM Studios Counter Milk Stool: A Study in Craft and Simplicity
There’s beauty in the everyday object — especially when it’s built with intention. The KHEM Studios Counter Milk Stool reflects that belief. Designed and crafted in the Hudson Valley, this piece honors traditional joinery, honest materials, and the quiet power of good design.
Crafted with Care
Each stool is handmade from solid, regionally sourced hardwoods, chosen for their natural grain and strength. Every curve, joint, and contour is shaped with precision, revealing the warmth and character of the wood itself. No two are alike — each one carries the subtle marks of its making and the individuality of the tree it came from.
Designed for Daily Life
Balanced in proportion and height, the Counter Milk Stool fits easily into kitchens, breakfast nooks, or workspaces. Its compact footprint and sturdy construction make it equally suited for morning coffee, quick meals, or conversation at the counter. Lightweight and durable, it’s meant to move with you through the rhythms of daily life.
The Character of Natural Materials
We work with premium American hardwoods — cherry, maple, walnut, and ash — finishing each stool by hand with a food-safe oil and wax blend that protects and deepens the wood’s tone over time. These natural materials are meant to be lived with, developing a rich patina that tells the story of years of use and care.
Where Design Meets Craft
The Counter Milk Stool is both a functional object and a piece of sculptural furniture. Its simple silhouette, softened edges, and finely balanced proportions bring quiet presence to any space. Whether standing alone or paired around a counter, it invites a sense of calm and continuity — a reminder that the things we use every day can also be the things we treasure most.
A Reflection of the Studio
At KHEM Studios, each design begins with respect — for material, for process, and for the relationship between maker and user. Our pieces are crafted to last for generations and to feel as timeless as they are useful.