MW Design Workshop

MW Design Workshop Custom staircases, entry doors and installations in wood and metal. Est. 1985 MW Design Workshop was established in 1985 by Alex Zukowski.
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With over 25 years of building custom staircases, we also produce a variety of furniture and cabinets. Our capabilities include woodworking, fine joinery, bent wood, steel forging and fabrication to provide the ultimate level of service and customization for architects, designers, builders, and home owners.

06/18/2026

Every tool we bring into the shop has to earn its keep. We recently added a 1500W Theo Laser Welder to the workshop, and it’s already shifting how we approach our metalwork. The precision and speed it brings let us get incredibly clean welds with barely any heat distortion, which drastically cuts down our finishing time.

For us, investing in new tech isn't about replacing the hand-work—it’s about elevating it. The best results always happen when you pair modern innovation with solid, traditional experience. This thing is just another step forward in raising our own bar.

Excited to really push this machine on the upcoming stairs, architectural steel, and custom doors we have lined up.

We're looking for an Apprentice Installer to join the team.At MW Design Workshop, we build custom staircases, railings, ...
06/17/2026

We're looking for an Apprentice Installer to join the team.

At MW Design Workshop, we build custom staircases, railings, and architectural features that are meant to last. Every project is different, and every day is an opportunity to learn something new.

If you enjoy working with your hands, solving problems, and taking pride in a job well done, we'd like to hear from you.

Carpentry or fabrication experience is preferred, but attitude, curiosity, and a willingness to learn matter just as much.

Interested?

Send your resume and a little about yourself to:
[email protected]

This is going to be a special one when it's all done.Who else is ready to see this staircase finished?Client: Builder: ...
06/16/2026

This is going to be a special one when it's all done.

Who else is ready to see this staircase finished?

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06/10/2026

The spaces where we design should have the same intent as the things we build. We recently wrapped up our new conference room, and the goal was pretty simple: create a space that reflects the level of care we put into our daily work. From the raw materials and finishes down to the lighting and custom details, everything was built with a specific purpose.

This is where the heavy lifting happens before any wood or steel gets cut. It’s a space for collaboration, dialing in complex math, and having honest conversations about the projects we’re bringing to life.

Whether you’re stopping by to walk through a 3D model for a custom stair, looking at material samples for an entry door, or just talking through a new concept, we wanted an environment that feels grounded, inspiring, and ready for the work.

And yes, the espresso machine is officially dialed in.

We’re looking forward to hosting you guys.

The semi-freestanding curved stair at the Forest House really demanded a push-and-pull between modern tech and tradition...
06/03/2026

The semi-freestanding curved stair at the Forest House really demanded a push-and-pull between modern tech and traditional craft to even exist. Working alongside , , and was a masterclass in what happens when a team operates at the top of their game.

We started with a full 3D site scan, drawing every single white oak and steel component to match the precise framing of the house. We let the CNC handle the heavy lifting of the initial math to guarantee the foundation was structurally perfect.

But the real work happened at the bench. We spent countless hours hand-sculpting every transition to make sure the oak didn’t just meet the steel, but flowed into it naturally.

A huge shoutout to Tice Industries for machining the custom solid steel newel posts and balusters. With our blackened finish, they really turn the assembly into a piece of fine furniture rather than just an installation.

It’s the kind of silhouette that stays with you long after the tools are put away. Easily one of the most ambitious and rewarding builds we’ve ever taken on.

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05/29/2026

Making headway on the Perlee Vineyards project.

We’re using the CNC for precision and finishing every detail by hand to get the transitions just right. It’s the only way to make sure the digital model feels right in the physical world.

Progress is moving fast.

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The silhouette of a successful install is usually built on a lot of shop-floor stress.This three-story spiral didn’t lea...
05/27/2026

The silhouette of a successful install is usually built on a lot of shop-floor stress.

This three-story spiral didn’t leave us any margin for error. The footprint was so tight that we spent weeks obsessing over the math and prototyping components before a single piece of wood or metal was cut. We had to ensure every half-lap rail joint and custom-machined finial shared the same DNA so the assembly would feel like one cohesive unit.

There’s a specific satisfaction in seeing that level of technical intensity transform into something that looks effortless and quiet once it’s in the house.

Being featured in Architectural Digest and receiving the 2026 Staircraft Award are great nods to the team’s hard work, but the real win is seeing the design intent hold up in the finished space.

Incredible collaboration on this one with a heavy-hitting team.

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05/20/2026

We’re officially on-site for the installation phase at The Perlee Vineyards project. After weeks of shop fabrication and CNC work, seeing these massive sections drop into place is always a milestone.

This build relies on a heavy steel frame cladded in solid white oak. Now that the structure is set, we’re moving into the final integration of the woodwork. It’s a lot of coordination to get these tolerances right in the field, but it’s coming together exactly as planned.

Stay tuned for the final reveal.

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This was a tough one to get right. We worked with on this existing stair, and the geometry was pretty complicated.To ma...
05/15/2026

This was a tough one to get right. We worked with on this existing stair, and the geometry was pretty complicated.

To make sure everything fit, we started with a 3D laser scan of the entire space. That let us design and build the solid white oak treads and the brushed stainless handrails in the shop, knowing they’d line up perfectly during the install.

It’s a clean look that balances the wood and steel well. Definitely one worth sharing.

Kitchen islands are often the heart of the home, but standard supports can be a constant headache for seating.For this p...
05/12/2026

Kitchen islands are often the heart of the home, but standard supports can be a constant headache for seating.

For this project, we integrated the structural support directly into the island itself. By cantilevering the walnut surface, we eliminated the need for traditional legs, ensuring there’s nothing to interfere with legroom or the flow of the room.

This was part of a larger project we completed alongside the main staircase for the Lakehouse. It’s all about those subtle functional details that make a space work better.

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8811 Huff Avenue NE
Salem, OR
97303

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7am - 4:30pm
Friday 7am - 4:30pm

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