What I stand for

Old World Craftsmanship

In our world of mass manufacturing and instant gratification, craftsmanship has suffered. Things aren’t built to last, and they’re not built with personal care.

To me Old World Craftsmanship is synonymous with Quality and Pride. I have always been in awe of our forefathers and their ability to construct Quality furniture pieces and cabinetry with the most basic of tools that held their names and represented their work for generations.  

Here’s what you can you expect from my craftsmanship. All drawers will be made with dovetail joints, all corners will be merited with precision, the best quality of material will be used in the construction of your piece, and the finish quality will be done with care and patience. I want generations to come to know that I cared about my craft.

I stand behind my work.  I will call you when I say, show up for appointments, and my workmanship will be of the utmost Quality. My design and construction of your piece will be done with care and concern for the fine details.

All this Old World Craftsmanship translates into a heirloom piece with a Quality and Care I’m proud to associate my name with.

Joe Massanova
Custom Fine Furniture Maker
Somerdale, NJ

How I work

Every project begins with a conversation.

1. Initial conversation

We will discuss a vision and your priorities, review any reference photos you have, and work together to create a plan.

2. Drawings
Next, I will create detailed drawings of your custom furniture piece, ensuring that details meet the discussed specifications.

3. Proposal of work & costs
I will provide you with a proposal outlining the work to be done, the materials to be used, and the costs involved. This ensures that we are both on the same page and that there are no surprises down the line.

4. Build
Construction begins once the proposal is approved. I will use only the finest materials and techniques to bring your vision to life.

5. Deliver and install
Once the piece is complete, I will deliver and install it, ensuring that it meets your expectations and that you are completely satisfied with the finished product.

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Pricing

A flat price will be provided in writing. First half is due before building begins. Second half is due after delivery and install.

Custom turned pedestal for Oak Dining Table

My Story

I’ve been making furniture and cabinetry for over 35 years. 

I’m the father of three girls (Katie, Rebecca and Caroline) and my love for woodworking started when my eldest daughter was born and I built a shelf unit for her bedroom to hold her beginning collection of dolls.

My skills, tools, and craftsmanship were limited and crude at the time.  Even so, I was proud of the finished result, and from then on I was hooked on woodworking!

I am one of five boys, and my father (John) always encouraged my brothers and I to use our hands and try things on our own, and he was always there to help and aid when necessary.  With this encouragement, I pursued my new fascination with building furniture and cabinetry. 

I knew woodworking was going to be a passion for me because up until then – and to my beautiful wife Jackie’s chagrin – I had tried every hobby and would abandon them as soon as I had purchased all of the necessary gadgetry that applied to such hobby. Woodworking turned out to be different.

The love of working with and caring for wood, and using my two hands to create furniture that someone would use and cherish felt deeply meaningful.  So, I began honing my craft and skills, and now – over 30 years and many, many projects later – I’m proud to be able to share this gift of creating dream furniture pieces for others.

Thank you for visiting my site and please let me know how I can create your dream piece.

General Contractors

I take pride in providing solutions for your project.

I’ve worked with contractors for years. I can provide limited services such as constructing Raised Panel Doors to your specifications, or I can handle the woodworking elements of your project (with you in the lead role). Use the best of my capabilities to offer your customers exactly what they require and the quality and workmanship I provide to my own customers. Contact me with your woodworking requirements and for wholesale prices.

Custom bathroom vanity made for Artistica Interiors

“Built to perfection!”

Nova Woodworking can take your vision and make it a reality.  I requested a roll top desk to my specifications for my studio.  What I thought would be complicated, Nova Woodworking made with ease.  Thanks for putting your heart into it.  I will be sure to contact Nova Woodworking for all my furniture needs.

– Tom Lennox