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Ceilings are the most overlooked surface in a home… until they’re not.
This custom fretwork ceiling completely transformed this bathroom in a beautiful home at Holiday Farms. Every panel was measured, cut, and installed for a seamless geometric pattern that turns a simple ceiling into architectural artwork.
And we didn’t stop there — we also added custom board & batten to bring texture and depth to the walls, tying the entire space together with high-end trim detail.
Details like this are what make a custom home feel custom.
Built by Radford Woodworks
📍 Central Indiana
Modern lines. Traditional warmth. One seamless design.
For this fireplace build-out, we blended two styles that don’t often meet — and made them feel like they were always meant to be together. The upper surround features custom tongue-and-groove red oak, milled from Indiana trees, bringing natural texture and warmth into the space. Below, a sleek, smooth black fireplace face adds bold contrast and a clean, contemporary edge.
The end result is balanced, intentional, and completely tailored to what our client envisioned — and that’s always the goal.
If you’re looking for a feature wall that feels custom, not cookie-cutter, let’s build something that checks every box in your home too.
Have a seat. Stay a while.
Designed to be seen 👀 Built to be lived in 🏠
Let’s design something that fits YOUR home perfectly.
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Is your entry actually welcoming — or just something you walk through?
This space was transformed with custom oak beams and classic judge’s paneling, adding warmth, structure, and intention the moment you step inside.
If your entry feels unfinished or forgettable, we can fix that.
📍 Central Indiana
From blank ➝ bold.
One of our repeat, repeat, repeat clients trusted us again to transform this wall—and we delivered from the studs out.
✔️ Custom framework
✔️ Electrical & adjustable LED lighting
✔️ Recessed shelving
✔️ Drywall, finish work, and flawless proportions
When every detail is planned with intention, the results speak for themselves.
Thinking about upgrading a wall in your home? Let’s start the conversation.
This stairwell was a blank canvas — now it’s a statement.
Finished with our signature soft plaid layout, every line was placed with purpose. We believe great design should feel like it was gift-wrapped 🎁 from the inside out.
If your home has been waiting for its moment in 2026, this is your sign.
Reach out today for a quick quote.
Before it was just a wall.
Now it’s the heart of the home 🔥
Custom built-ins
Integrated lighting
Clean symmetry
Timeless design
Details matter — especially when you’ve got tall ceilings and a statement fireplace.
Save this if you’re planning a living room upgrade
We worked with this client before construction was complete to design a soft modern wall treatment that flows effortlessly with the staircase, railings, and open volume of the home.
Clean lines. Balanced spacing. Subtle depth.
Nothing loud—just intentional craftsmanship that elevates the entire space.
📍 Holiday Farms
📐 Custom soft-modern wall design
🛠 Built by Radford Woodworks
Booking 2026 projects now.
Your house called… it wants to be cozier 🔥
Custom 7’ fireplace build-out
6’ linear fire
Stain-matched mantle perfection
📆 Now booking 2026 | DM us
2025 design trend: green with intention.
This geometric accent wall proves it’s not just about color —
it’s about contrast, proportion, and craftsmanship.
If you’re ready to transform your space,
📩 reach out for a quote and let’s create something.
This stairway may look simple—but simplicity at this level takes precision.
When a stair is fully open to the foyer, every proportion, reveal, and spacing matters. Clean lines only work when they’re done right.
Proper layout, consistent spacing, and a trained eye are what turn trim into architecture. That’s why we call projects like this Simple Sophistication—timeless, intentional, and quietly impressive.
Here’s a fireplace build-out we recently completed — fully wrapped in shiplap with clean mitered corners, custom oak shelves, countertops, and mantle built right on site. We also added 12”-deep cabinetry on each side to maximize storage and keep everything looking seamless.
We’ve been doing so many fireplace projects as we get closer to Christmas… at this point I think we’re just helping Santa find new ways to deliver gifts 😂🎅🔥
If you’re ready to transform your space for the holidays, we’d love to create something custom for your home.
..Another EXTREMELY satisfied client on this one….⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️..
We decided to go with the larger 1”x4”pieces for a BOLD geometric accent. We did the entire wall with a flat finish and went back over the woodwork itself with a semi gloss for contrast.. LOVING the results.
Modern, functional, and fully custom — this Naval Blue entertainment buildout shows what a real upgrade looks like.
🪄Floating cabinets, acoustic slats, and a wall-to-wall layout designed to fit your home perfectly.
Ready to add real value and visual impact to your space?
Request a quote and let Radford Woodworks bring it to life.
🔥 Black Friday Special – 25% OFF Accent Walls! 🔥
From now until next Friday (December 5th), lock in 2026 installation dates at 25% OFF.
Our pricing is for the complete job — all you do is pick the color you love.
Submit a quote form and we’ll get you priced quickly with just:
✅ A picture of your space
✅ An inspiration photo of the style you want
This goes until next Friday so that we have time to communicate with you to figure out exactly what you would like.
Let Radford Woodworks transform your home with a custom accent wall designed exactly for your taste.
This is the largest discount we have ever offered not because we need to, but because we appreciate you!
Limited time. Limited slots. Don’t wait!
Grateful. That’s the word that keeps coming to mind today.
Grateful for the families who trust Radford Woodworks to help create spaces where memories like these are made — the laughter, the holidays, the moments gathered around a warm fireplace.
From our family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving.
May your home be filled with comfort, joy, and the people who matter most. 🦃🤍
— Radford Woodworks
Want to win the holidays this year? 👀🎁
Give your partner the Radford Woodworks project they’ve been dreaming about.
Accent walls, fireplace build outs, custom cabinetry — we’ve got you covered (literally)..🎄
Book your Radford Woodworks project now!
🔥 Cozy season just got an upgrade
We transformed this wall with a full fireplace build-out, complete with a hidden outlet to keep the TV setup clean and clutter-free. The vertical shiplap was the star of the show on this one — it brings a totally different vibe and gives the whole wall a taller, elevated look.
Finished off with custom floating shelves and a matching mantle, everything ties together perfectly.
Holiday-ready and picture-perfect 🎄✨
Picture frame overload 🤳🖼️— and this isn’t even everything. We completed their family room , entryway and stairway -all tied together with proper spacing and ratios to keep the whole home feeling cohesive.
…Simple sophistication goes a long way. Picture frame molding adds timeless detail that completely transforms a room — giving your space that high-end, custom feel. —Thinking about elevating your walls? Reach out today and let’s get your project on the schedule.
This home in Holiday Farms, Zionsville already had an incredible foundation — we just came in to add those extra custom woodwork details to make it feel complete.
Honestly, one of my favorite parts is seeing it after the client has decorated. It’s cool to see how our work blends right in and finishes the space off perfectly.
✌🏾 Projects ☝🏾 Happy Client - the gray wall is extra special because we left the perfect amount of space so that she could hang pictures of her grandchildren.
Complete color drench perfection 🌿
For this client, we added picture frame molding and crown to elevate the architecture—then tied it all together with a full color drench. The walls are finished in an elegant eggshell, while the base trim, crown, and fireplace feature a semi-gloss for that rich visual contrast. The result? Depth, warmth, and a completely transformed space that feels both timeless and bold.
Thinking about a transformation like this for your home? Reach out to book—our remaining 2025 dates are filling fast!
Check 🫣 out this entryway that really highlights our range. It doesn’t have to be grand to make an impact—just thoughtfully designed. We added vertical shiplap, a picture ledge and a tipping rail for that perfect finishing touch.
Interested in a quote for your own space? Reach out today—our remaining 2025 dates are filling fast!
✨Zionsville Entryway Transformation✨
This client wanted a timeless, traditional look with subtle craftsman-style touches – and that’s exactly what we delivered.
We added vertical batten framed with inset cove molding and carefully divided the walls into a clean, balanced layout. The result is a welcoming entryway that feels both classic and elevated, perfectly complementing the tall ceilings and natural light.
A simple design, but one that makes a big impact the moment you walk in.
✨ The holidays are right around the corner… do you have a place for everyone to gather? Nothing brings family together like a cozy fireplace. 🔥 Our schedule is filling FAST—book your build-out now so it’s ready in time for Thanksgiving and Christmas memories. 🎄
📲 Message us today to secure your spot before it’s gone!
📺✨ Sleek, timeless, and custom. This wall proves that the right trim can turn a blank space into a statement piece.
We transformed this staircase wall with a full wainscoting installation, but don’t let the clean, simple look fool you—this kind of detail takes serious craftsmanship…..We built the entire framework out with 1x6s, then framed each panel with base cap molding for crisp definition. From filling and sanding to achieving a seamless finish, every step is slow and meticulous…..The end result is timeless and elegant, but getting it to look this effortless is a long process of precision and patience.
✨ Primary suite goals ✨
We built out this sleek fireplace buildout with a @touchstonehomeproducts fireplace and finished it in a @portolapaints Roman Clay for a luxe, modern feel. The warm wood hearth and soft clay texture create the perfect balance of cozy + contemporary.
Would you add this vibe to your bedroom?🔥
✨ Bold. Modern. Custom. ✨
We brought this living room to life with built-in cabinetry on both sides of the fireplace, complete with dimmable lighting for the perfect mood. The geometric accent wall ties it all together in a dramatic Tricorn Black finish—proof that details make the design. 🖤🔥
Would you add this level of drama to your space?
🍂 Fall is right around the corner, and what better way to get cozy than with a custom fireplace bump-out like this one? Built-in shiplap, warm wood accents, and an electric fireplace create the perfect spot to relax as the weather cools down. 🔥✨
Ready to make your living room the coziest place in the house? Let’s bring your vision to life!
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🔥 Modern makeover complete! We stripped away the old mantle and wrapped this fireplace in solid white oak tongue & groove from top to bottom. Clean lines, warm tones, and a sleek modern vibe that totally transformed the room.
Of course it’s finished with @rubiomonocoatusa - color : Mist
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