Yes, this David Schoonmaker is the one I’m married to. There are others, such as the one who is the acting editor of American Scientist magazine and another who is the author of building birdhouses, bird feeders, whirligigs, and weather vanes.
My husband happens to be a carpenter, but he is not your ordinary builder. He’s been self-employed for 37 years. All of his work arrives by word of mouth.
Since I’m his wife, my words spoken about him would not have the same impact as those said by people who are impartial, especially those of reputable influence. Besides words, pictures can speak volumes.
I’d love to add images on my blog of the work David has done in our own house, but I’m unable to do so without his consent. He is quite particular about who he allows to see the inside of our home. Anyone who knows him also knows that he values his privacy highly.
Those who have entered into our home are impressed by the woodwork David has done on our floors, walls, and ceilings. His last project done for our home was the custom building of our kitchen — including its Hickory cabinets and vaulted ceiling with skylights.
Only twice has his name appeared in publication. The first time was when the local newspaper (decades ago) featured him repairing a fence with Dan Lendvay.
The second time shows he climbed the ladder about as high as a builder can go.
The October 2009 issue of the Hudson Valley Magazine contains the section Hudson Valley Home Fall 2009. There you can read an article by Lynn Hazlewood entitled Saving the Farm.
Ms. Hazlewood’s story highlights the work done by my husband and his business partner. It details the history and process that went into this project, along with mentioning what Bob Anderberg had to say about David Schoonmaker and Bob Smith.
David and Bob have also masterfully restored the old farmhouse Bob Smith acquired and now shares with his wife, Chris. Their house is another one which displays the style and quality seen in home magazines.
Besides carpentry work, David offers property management services. He may be contacted via his Property Shepherd site.
