About Us

Brad Howell

Founder, Designer & Fabricator

Jess Hadley

Partner, Ceramicist & Fabricator

Why we create

At Elmstone, we believe the things we live with every day should be made with care, intention, and longevity in mind. We create well-designed, well-built pieces meant to be used, not replaced. Pieces crafted to support real life and the people who live it. For us, the fulfillment comes from making work that lasts, that fits the way people actually use their spaces, and that quietly improves the world by valuing quality over excess.

What we create

We make thoughtfully designed pieces meant to be used, enjoyed, and lived with. Our work includes solid wood furniture and ceramic homegoods, from coffee and dining tables to shelves, mugs, and other functional favorites. We also bring the same care and craftsmanship to larger-scale commercial projects. If you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for, we’re always up for for a creative challenge.

Man in a workshop with a dog, wearing a beanie and apron.

Our shop assistant, Winnie, being very helpful.

Elmstone Studio owner, sanding away at a custom table build.

our origin story

Elmstone began in 2022 with a simple realization: making things by hand felt more meaningful than selling them. After years working in sales, Brad wanted to build something that would last, be used every day, and genuinely improve the spaces people live and work in.

Without a formal background in furniture or design, Brad taught himself the craft from the ground up, driven by curiosity, problem-solving, and a deep respect for quality. What started as an experiment in making better furniture quickly grew into a belief that well-designed, well-built pieces shouldn’t be rare. Elmstone was created to bring longer-lasting, thoughtfully designed work into the world. Pieces that value function, durability, and care over shortcuts and trends.

Intentional design

From materials to functionality - we obsess over the details. Every piece is designed to work with your lifestyle.

small batch, small shop

Each piece is built from scratch, made to order in our small shop in Cincinnati, Ohio.

heirloom quality

Simply put: we're committed to making nice things that last a long time.