After much experimentation and at leat 100 thumbnail sketches to get this right, I was able to produce the Gate Stool. It is Inspired by the Shinto Torii Gates. I had many constraints to building this including not having a workshop to build in at the time. I was able to produce this using Pine, using a hardy red mahogany finish, and drywall screws for incredible durability and security. Each strip of wood is about 2 inches thick which makes this a heavy piece of furniture but incredibly satisfying to look at.

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