Case Study: Custom Outdoor Dining Table with White Oak Base in Southampton
Project Type: Custom Outdoor Dining Table
Location: Southampton, NY
Material: White Oak Base with Custom Metal Top
Collaborators: Base by Charles at Bestcase.co
Modern Outdoor Elegance
For this exclusive Southampton home, our team at Hardtwood Custom Woodworks was commissioned to build a custom outdoor dining table that merges durability, design precision, and architectural cohesion. The result is a seamless blend of natural wood craftsmanship and modern industrial detail — a centerpiece designed to withstand the elements while maintaining refined style.
The table features a sculpted white oak base with clean vertical lines that echo the home’s contemporary architecture. Above it, a precision-fabricated metal top provides a sleek, mirrored finish that complements the surrounding outdoor furniture and natural light. The design pairs warm organic texture with cool reflective surfaces, creating a perfect balance between form and function.
Design Collaboration
The project’s success stemmed from collaboration with Charles at Bestcase.co, who fabricated the custom metal components that define the table’s aesthetic. Together, we achieved a piece that feels sculptural yet highly functional — engineered to perform outdoors without compromising elegance.
Each component was handcrafted and finished in our New York workshop before being delivered to the residence. The precision joinery and integrated alignment hardware allow for smooth transitions between the metal segments, forming a continuous tabletop surface that visually floats above the oak base.
Installation & Finishing
The installation required careful coordination to preserve the home’s architectural lines and outdoor symmetry. Once positioned, the table naturally integrated into the covered patio environment, enhancing both the seating arrangement and visual flow of the space. The neutral palette of white oak and matte metal complements the surrounding limestone flooring and exterior millwork.
Project Reflections
This project exemplifies Hardtwood’s approach to high-end custom fabrication — a union of precision engineering, sustainable materials, and timeless craftsmanship. Whether indoors or outdoors, we believe furniture should feel intentional, enduring, and built to last for generations.
Interested in a Custom Outdoor Table?
Our team designs and fabricates custom hardwood tables and furniture for residential and commercial projects across the U.S. From concept to installation, every piece is handcrafted in New York with attention to material integrity and design detail.
