Fine Craftsmanship,
Home Renovation
& Cabinetry
Est. 1998 • Shawnee, Oklahoma
I believe in challenging mediocrity and creating environments that nurture people.
So, I’ve spent more than 25 years honing my skills as a fine craftsman, carpenter, and expert contractor.
I renovate spaces so that they function well, look beautiful, and feel great for people. So that they last and are resilient.
And, I can help you do the same.
Services
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I’ve been doing complex home and commercial building renovations since 1998. I’ve worked on new construction, but most of my work has been on structures from the 1870s-1950s.
I specialize in high quality renovations. I don’t cover up problems or cut corners that will cost you in the future. I am a skilled trouble-shooter and haven't met a situation for which I couldn’t find an attainable solution.
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High-end custom cabinetry & cabinet door replacements, freestanding cupboards & storage units.
Custom commercial fixtures & serving bars.
Absolutely no CNC machines used or MDF. Each cabinet & fixture is handmade by me using high quality materials and time-tested techniques for beauty and durability.
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Handcrafted custom trim & doors. Reproduction historic patterns and designs available.
Precision trim installation and custom trim-work.
I work with home owners and General Contractors.
No CNC machines used—ever. All millwork made by me is actually handcrafted by me using time-tested methods for quality and durability.
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Handcrafted hardwood countertops—ideal for “breakfast” bars—and table tops. Available locally or to be shipped.
Copper counters, specializing in commercial situations like coffee shops. Available to the OKC Metro/Tulsa Metro and surrounding areas.
Counters and tabletops can be custom ordered and will soon be available on my Etsy shop.
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When you’re tired of sifting through YouTube videos! Home repairs and remodeling project consultations and coaching.
Local in-person and online/remote nationwide.
Small projects to full renovations.
Specializing in old homes and historic buildings.
Prices start at $65.
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Unique handcrafted portable wood buildings. She-sheds, potting sheds, meditation and prayer rooms, backyard retreats, and hospitality stations like outdoor bars and kitchens/serving hubs.
Shipping via buyer-arranged transport nationwide, or delivered by me within a 350-mile radius of Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Consulting & Coaching
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Be your own handyman (or woman) with advice from an expert who has seen—and done—it all. Consultations start at $65.
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Move on from YouTube and a lot of advice from inexperienced “content creators”! From small projects to whole-house remodeling, I’ll help you do your project right, and save you money doing it. Kitchens, baths, floors, windows, doors—you name it, I can help you do your own work and do it well.
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Geared for contractors or owners, I’ll walk you through the process of restoring your historic building. I’ve worked in Main Street restoration for a decade, personally restored all or part of over a dozen buildings, and consulted on too many to count. I’m an expert at jumping through the hoops necessary to make an old building truly usable again.
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Online Classes & Coaching coming soon. Contact us to get notified!
Craftsmanship & Contracting
Portable Artisan Buildings
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Renovation, remodeling, and historic restoration for residential and commercial structures. I work with home & building owners, offering high quality renovations and remodels. I work on houses and buildings of all ages, and I specialize in those built between 1870-1950. My projects range from whole house renovations to small remodeling jobs. I also have extensive experience restoring historic commercial buildings.
Custom Cabinetry & Replacement Doors
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Custom wood furniture, display cabinets, and storage units.
All built by hand with the time-honored techniques and high quality materials.
Renovation & Remodeling
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Custom doors, screen doors, wood window replacements, mantles, and custom milled historic reproduction trim. All handcrafted using time-tested techniques and high quality lumber. No CNC machines—ever!
Precision trim installation, available for residential and commercial structures. I work with general contractors and home owners. I also create custom trim for special situations.
Furniture
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Commercial and residential hardwood and copper countertops. Custom hardwood—including live-edge—table tops.
Commercial fixtures, such as work stations, check-out counters, serving stations, and designer storage.
Freestanding fixtures and wood tops available for shipping nationwide.
Custom Millwork & Trimwork
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Handcrafted custom cabinetry, cabinet doors and drawer-front replacements, custom hardwood pull-outs, and vent hoods.
Door/drawer replacements, pull-outs, and vent hoods available for shipping.
Built using time-tested techniques and designed for durability. No CNC machines—ever!
Counters, Tabletops, & Commercial Fixtures
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Portable artisan buildings are finely crafted using reclaimed materials and traditional building methods, and inspired by my favorite elements from the classic designs I’ve encountered over the past 25+ years of working on old houses. Designed for durability with transport in mind.
Perfect for meditation & prayer rooms, she sheds, creative spaces, and potting sheds.
Available for shipping.
Occasional selections available for immediate purchase. Custom orders welcome.
Specializing in Old Homes
Since 1998, Simon Ott has been bringing old homes back to life using the classic, time-honored techniques of a true craftsman. He spent over a decade on a Main Street project, restoring more than a dozen historic buildings & building fronts—and consulting on numerous others. His love of historic structures continues to inspire his work as a craftsman—and, most recently, as a consultant and coach, helping home owners and contractors navigate the troubleshooting old structures usually require. His eye for detail and desire to create meaningful engagement makes for unique spaces, precision-oriented cabinetry, trim, and millwork, and small, one of a kind, portable wood buildings.
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Consulting & Coaching
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Cabinetry & Millwork
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Renovation & Remodeling
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Gallery of My Work
Robert F. (Google review)
“I can highly recommend Simon for any construction and preservation task that you may have at hand. His workmanship and craftsmanship are by far the best I have ever seen in my 40 years of historic home ownership. His attention to detail by far outweighs any carpenter I have ever seen. Once you complete a job with Simon you will be so please that you will begin looking for the next project to complete.”
Lindsay T. (Google review)
“The world needs many more Simons! Wow. Simon rebuilt two of the exterior doors and thresholds on our 1930s home, replacing the original single-pane glass pieces with double-walled, insulated glass, and updated two interior doors to repair and upgrade them. This was a tricky project with high stakes for us — exterior doors are important and they have to go back on at the end of the work day! Simon’s communication was excellent, his work is amazing, and I smile every time I open, shut, or even glance at the doors. I’m now looking around my home for more projects we might be able to hire him for. When you hire Simon, you can trust that he will care for your project like it’s his own home. We are so lucky to have him near Oklahoma City. I’d give him 10 stars if I could!”
Georjana M. (Google review)
“Simon is professional, keeps his word, works above and beyond the industry standards.”
Carol B. (from Facebook post)
“Thank you so much for creating such an incredible space for our family. We never fail to be grateful for the artistry you brought to our home.”
Mary Ruth (from Facebook post)
“Cannot recommend Simon More strongly! He did our place at 317 E Main and we are delighted with the results.”
Carolyn G. (from Facebook post)
“Hey Simon…we are still loving our kitchen. :)”
Mickey W. (Google review)
“Simon has completed numerous renovations on our 1927 home-- inside and outside, from roof to foundation and everything in between. He has tackled carpentry, painting, sheet rock, tile, repairing furniture, plaster, and stucco. Not only is he a talented craftsman for major projects, but he also has helped us with smaller jobs including installing a ceiling fan and garbage disposal. Simon is easy to work with, will make helpful suggestions, and knows where to source materials. We highly recommend him.”
