Brian Ganong
Woodworker, sculptor, and guardian of traditional craftsmanship in British Columbia's Shuswap region.
Devil's Lake Design has been creating extraordinary furniture and art from a small boutique shop since 2016.
In 2023 the DLD shop relocated to the heart of British Columbia's Shuswap region. What began as a passion for working with raw materials has evolved into a practice that preserves pre-industrial woodworking techniques.
Every piece that leaves the workshop carries the mark of traditional craftsmanship—hand-planed surfaces, hand-cut joinery, and finishes that enhance rather than mask the natural beauty of the wood. In an age of mass production, this commitment to authenticity sets Devil's Lake Design apart.
The workshop is equipped with a large-capacity sawmill capable of handling material up to 32" diameter and 25' long, allowing for the processing of locally-sourced timber from the first cut to the final finish. This vertical integration ensures complete control over quality and enables the creation of truly one-of-a-kind pieces.
"I have sharp tools and a sharp eye. Nature does the rest."
— Brian Ganong
Furniture for Your
Future Generations
Sustainable Sourcing
Every piece begins by selecting species of wood best matched for the purpose of the build. Many species have been harvested right here in BC, including Cedar, Poplar, Fir, and Apple wood. We work with salvaged timber, windfall, and sustainably harvested trees to minimise environmental impact.
Traditional Techniques
Pre-industrial methods aren't just nostalgic—they produce superior results. Hand-planed surfaces, traditional joinery, and time-honored finishing techniques create pieces that will last for generations.
One-of-a-Kind
No two trees are alike, and neither are any two pieces from Devil's Lake Design. Each creation celebrates the unique character of its source material—the grain, the figure, the natural edges.
Working with Nature
Western Red Cedar
Aromatic, rot-resistant, beautiful grain
Maple
Hard, figured, excellent for furniture
Manchurian Elm
Exotic grain patterns, unique character
Russian Olive
Rare, distinctive coloring