European Craftsmanship

Fine Carpentry & Custom Millwork
for Okanagan Homes

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Red Oak Finishing + Design specializes in interior renovations, fine carpentry,
and custom solid wood furniture.

Our Services

Interior Renovation

Design & Renderings

We believe good design begins with understanding, not guessing. Through sketches, renderings, and thoughtful material choices, we explore the details before construction begins. Giving you the opportunity to see the possibilities, refine your ideas, and make decisions with confidence.

Your home is precious, and we believe it deserves time, thought, and care. Quality over quantity is at the heart of every renovation we undertake. With patience, thoughtful design, and genuine craftsmanship, we create warm, natural spaces that feel truly one of a kind.

Fine Carpentry & Millwork

Custom Solid Wood Furniture

The difference between ordinary carpentry and fine craftsmanship lies in the details. How pieces meet, how wood is selected, and how everything comes together. From custom trim and built-ins to stairs and railings, we give those details the attention they deserve, creating woodwork that feels as though it has always belonged in your home.

Real wood, never veneer. We craft furniture the traditional way, combining time-honoured woodworking skills with modern precision to create one-of-a-kind pieces that celebrate the natural beauty of solid wood and last for generations.

Planning a cabin or remote property project?

See our cabin renovation approach.

Built on over 15 years of carpentry experience

Drawing on over 15 years of professional carpentry experience, focused on fine finish woodwork that stands the test of time. Our craftsmanship is built on precision, patience, and an uncompromising commitment to quality.

We don’t believe in rushing work—because true craftsmanship requires time. Every detail matters, from the choice of materials to the final polish. Whether it’s intricate moldings or bespoke furniture, we take pride in delivering flawless finishes that elevate any space.

At Red Oak Finishing and Design Inc. excellence isn’t just a goal—it’s our standard.

Meet Eli, Your Craftsman

Elias Kutzler
Owner & Operator

Trained in the traditions of German carpentry, I have built my craft on a foundation of precision, durability, and respect for the material itself. My journey has taken me far beyond the workshop floor — from shaping timber in Germany to refining skills in Australia, New Zealand, and across North America.

Wherever I’ve worked, one constant has remained: a passion for wood in its natural beauty. Every grain, every knot, every shade tells a story, and my goal is to bring that story to life in the spaces I create.

Now based in the Okanagan, I’m proud to call this community home and to share my craftsmanship with homeowners across the region

At Red Oak Finishing + Design — blending timeless craftsmanship with modern design to create work that feels both enduring and personal.

Testimonials

Savlin Nicolic

If you require detailed woodwork and carpentry Red Oak Finishing should be on your short list. I had woodwork projects with high expectations requiring full attention. Eli met our expectations and impressed us with his understanding, work ethic , and trust with our home. Our families come from decades of building and Eli is like working with old school craftsmen. I look forward to handing off the next project and keys.
Anca Zamfir

We recently had cedar wood paneling and a custom railing installed in our cottage by Elias, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The craftsmanship is outstanding, with every detail clean, precise, and thoughtfully executed. The cedar paneling completely transformed the space, giving it a warm, natural feel while still looking modern and refined. The railing work is just as impressive. The combination of solid wood and metal spindles is both sturdy and visually striking, and the inlay work with the lighter and darker wood pieces adds a beautiful custom touch that really stands out. Everything is extremely well built, and you can tell a lot of care went into both the design and installation. Beyond the quality of the work, Elias was professional, reliable, and easy to communicate with throughout the entire process. The project was completed on time, and the workspace was kept neat and organized. If you are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and delivers high quality results, I would absolutely recommend Elias. We are thrilled with how everything turned out.
Sue MacNamara

Our projects completed by Red Oak Finishing exceeded our expectations. Eli does amazing things with wood. He framed our windows and doorways with cedar with perfection. The finished product enhanced our home, bringing style and warmth to each room. We also hired Red Oak Finishing to build a Sauna at our cabin. It is our favourite place to hang out, during our cold Cariboo evenings. I would not hesitate to hire Eli again. Beautiful, precise finishing.
Gord Frey

Eli has worked for my wife and I on a restoration in our home after a flood that caused considerable damage. I found Red Oak Finishing to be very professional in managing the circumstances. Eli was able to basically take over the situation bring in qualified trades on schedule making the whole situation much less stressful for my wife and I. We found Eli to be extremely competent He is a master craftsman, I would not hesitate to recommend Eli and Red Oak Finishing + Design.
Frankie Juhan

We had Several projects completed by Red Oaks Finishing and Design.
Their work is impeccable. The attention to detail, and the final product is something from the past. It is increasingly harder and harder to find workmanship of this quality.
I would highly recommend Red oaks, finishing and design, for any of your fine, finishing projects.