About Us
Meet The Owner
Austin Vanderveer – Founder of Heritage Woodwork
Born and raised deep in the heart of Arkansas, Austin Vanderveer developed a love for building things from an early age. From constructing bicycle ramps in his backyard as a child to crafting picnic tables in high school, Austin’s passion for woodworking has always been a part of who he is. That same drive followed him into college, where he built custom furniture on the side to help get by.
In 2016, Austin and his wife Hanna purchased their first home, and when they couldn't find the right furniture, Austin got to work. What started as a few pieces for their own space quickly grew into something more—Heritage Woodwork was born.
Since then, Austin has brought his craftsmanship to a wide range of projects, from large outdoor sculptures and timeless dining tables to commercial installations and fully built-out restaurants. His work has even been featured on HGTV, a testament to the attention to detail and artistry that defines every piece he creates.
Rooted in faith, craftsmanship, and a deep appreciation for timeless design, Heritage Woodwork has grown steadily over the years. Austin credits every step of that journey to God’s provision and grace, and he’s committed to building more than just furniture—he’s building a legacy.
As Austin continues to craft each piece with care and purpose, he knows one thing for sure: the best is yet to come.
This man. Is. The. BEST. Your life's worst mistake will be to hire someone else other than THIS man to build you something out of wood. Don't be the guy who wishes for the best but didn't get it, because he choose the fool. Choose Heritage Woodwork. Your children's children will thank you.
Sean C.
Get to know Austin.
Why are you passionate about making furniture?
I love being able to custom build a piece of furniture to fit a client's exact needs. Not only that but a piece of furniture that will last and stand up to the test of time. Building something (furniture, culture, relationships) that will last in a throw away culture is what I am passionate about.
What got you into it?
I was introduced to woodworking in high school shop class. I had a shop teacher that really spent extra time with me teaching different techniques and how to safely use tools. Through college I used woodworking as a side job from time to time to make extra cash when needed. Eventually, Heritage Woodwork started when Hanna and I bought a house and needed furniture. We wanted something built to last from solid wood that we could not find on the market. So I started building it. We didn't plan for it to be a business at first but with each piece I got a little better and better and started getting orders. The orders started coming and have not stopped yet!
What do you enjoy most about your job?
A few things. Taking a pile of rough lumber and transforming it into something usable and lasting. Secondly, watching the unique grain and character of each piece come alive when finish is applied. And lastly, just helping people. Being able to meet a person's needs and supply something they cannot find elsewhere.