French Compagnon Kevin Lion has spent the last year and a half imparting his fine craftsmanship to our work in exchange for the opportunity to sharpen his English skills and immerse himself in America. Kevin's expertise was central to the construction of one of our most technically challenging stairs, which features a complex paneled soffit.
The dramatic geometry of the stair mirrors the unique passion Kevin brings to woodworking. His conviction and fervor permeated every aspect of his work, and this stair was no exception. Upon completion he enclosed a tool, a pen, and a bottle of French Bourgogne wine: an iconic time capsule rooted in French tradition, discoverable only upon demolition of the stair.
"It is a gift," he explained. "You cannot work without a drink… it's like a thank you for whoever finds it."
Although Kevin does not anticipate the wine to be discovered for the next two hundred years, his legacy has already begun to make its effect on all of his coworkers at Seattle Stair. We wish him the best of luck upon his return to France and thank him for his exuberance and friendship!
View the Facebook Album for a glimpse of the stair from conception to completion.
Mary Anne Carter
Assistant Director of Marketing
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