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Travis Higgins is a master carpenter and artist extraordinaire. He has been working on Lynchpin Design Company for over 20 years. Knowing Travis, you know that everything he does in life, he does with passion, creativity and enthusiasm. A carpenter by profession but an artist at heart, he is inspired by custom design. Travis Higgins

Master Carpenter, Lynchpin Design Company

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What We Do

We are a local, full-service architectural design company that specializes in artistic carpentry and full restorations.

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Who We Are

For over twenty years we have been defining a personal style encompassing multiple elements and textures inspired by collective New England experiences.

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Project Gallery

Redwood Slab Table

Redwood Slab Table

April 13, 2017
Reclaimed Wood Wine Rack

Reclaimed Wood Wine Rack

June 1, 2015
USMC Special Edition Flag

USMC Special Edition Flag

November 3, 2014
Yankee Style Heavy-Duty Mailbox Post

Yankee Style Heavy-Duty Mailbox Post

October 27, 2014
Steppin’ it up!

Steppin’ it up!

October 27, 2014
Beer Flight

Beer Flight

October 27, 2014
Dow Annex Project

Dow Annex Project

October 27, 2014
Outdoor Bar Top

Outdoor Bar Top

October 27, 2014
Snap-On Top Chest

Snap-On Top Chest

October 27, 2014
Eco-Friendly Bike Rack

Eco-Friendly Bike Rack

October 27, 2014
Hanging Chalkboard Pulley System

Hanging Chalkboard Pulley System

October 27, 2014
Chalkboard Calendar

Chalkboard Calendar

October 27, 2014
Naked Beach Sign

Naked Beach Sign

October 24, 2014
Gardening

Gardening

October 24, 2014
Small Garage, Big Detail

Small Garage, Big Detail

October 24, 2014
1800s Purpleheart Wood Door Knob Coat Rack, One of a Kind

1800s Purpleheart Wood Door Knob Coat Rack, One of a Kind

October 24, 2014
Custom Cedar Shake Artwork

Custom Cedar Shake Artwork

October 24, 2014
American Wood Flag Recycled Fence Panel Sign

American Wood Flag Recycled Fence Panel Sign

October 24, 2014
Bird House

Bird House

October 24, 2014
Compass Rose

Compass Rose

October 24, 2014

Blog Updates

Acquiesce

Mar 8, 2013

ac·qui·esce: to accept something reluctantly but without protest. I struggled when trying to figure out a way to start this post. At the time of shooting, there were so many ideas and emotions going through my head, but now? I’m drawing a blank. So, bear with me as I try to retrieve some of those thoughts. They’re here somewhere… Acquiesce, I don’t think there’s a word more fitting. “To accept something reluctantly” is a skill we all struggle with. In its most basic form, it means giving up. But, “without protest” is the true challenge. We protest. It’s what we’re about, it’s how we defend what is ours. We’re attached to our ideas–we think they’re the greatest solutions and the most insightful thoughts. So, when we have to accept that maybe our idea isn’t optimal, we do so reluctantly, but most always with protest. You see? The “without protest” is the kicker. Think back to a time where you were caught in a difficult situation with a loved one. It was likely due to a lack of communication or a differing of beliefs about a particular situation. (As is the case with all types of arguments and discussions.)  Now, I am a firm believer that disagreements and difficulties serve as constructive criticism for any type of relationship. What I am not a firm believer in, are those downright tiring arguments set ablaze because each party has to be right—has to end with the upper hand. You know what I’m talking about right? You’ve been there too? Well, if you don’t, or you haven’t… you can leave. (There isn’t any room for picture perfect... read more

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