There is something so meaningful about turning reusable materials into pieces of art. But, when old wood is recycled it creates a bigger impact on the environment.
That’s what Lenard Kensey and Sean Kostelnik — who met early 2022 at the Melbourne Makerspace and were immediately intrigued by each other’s vision — are doing at Wood River Studio. Their partnership has turned into an organic venture.
“Wood River came about after many discussions of two guys connecting and having the same goal, which is way bigger than creating a piece of furniture,” said Kensey, who is originally from rural Pennsylvania. “With everyone turning to recyclable materials, the greater picture for us is the impact we can have on preserving ecosystems with…