Summer invites us to slow down and linger at the picnic table after dark, swapping stories with friends, or sinking into a bench chair while the kids chase the dog across the yard. Helping families make the most of these moments, Joshua Hyde of Hydes Custom builds handcrafted wood furniture that blends comfort, durability and all-season design.
With a background in high-end residential and commercial carpentry, Hyde has built everything from custom cabinets to large-scale home renovations. It was at a music festival where he created pieces for seating areas that ignited a vision for a business handcrafting patio furniture out of reclaimed and sustainably sourced wood from local mills. He likes to say that the moments spent on furniture may only be seasonal, but the memories created will last a lifetime.
Hydes Custom operates out of an expanding workshop near Prineville. He continues to expand the scope of his furniture line as well as offering woodworking and outdoor design services for clients.
Joshua Hyde speaks about his vision for Hydes Custom
How did you get started in this line of work?
I started in carpentry at 17 after graduating high school early. I enjoyed being outside and working with my hands. After a few years of college in Salt Lake City, I realized I wasn’t built for office work. I needed something more creative, more physical. I joined a custom home builder at 22 and began working on high-end projects in Bountiful, Utah. That’s where I really found my love for creating something from nothing. Over time, I took over a commercial door and hardware business, but after doubling the revenue in just over a year, I returned it to the original owner and resumed my career in residential carpentry, which felt more fulfilling.
What led you to focus on custom outdoor furniture?
About eight months ago, after years of doing siding, decks and exterior work, I sponsored a music festival and built unique patio pieces for the event. That reignited the spark I had back in my 20s: building for creativity, not just construction. I realized furniture was a way to merge design, sustainability and craftsmanship. Now I’m focusing on handmade patio furniture using salvaged fir and cedar from Oregon wildfire zones, all locally milled.
What sets your work apart from mass-produced outdoor furniture?
Every piece is hand-built, using mortising, routing and planing techniques not found in big-box options. Our fasteners come with a lifetime warranty and won’t rust. I use glues and predrilled holes to ensure tight fits that won’t loosen or squeak. We use rough-sawn wood for better UV protection and offer multiple coats of high-performance stain, urethane or even shou sugi ban burning for triple the lifespan. These are legacy pieces built to last, not seasonal throwaways.
Who are your typical clients?
A lot of our clients come from the high-end market, people building or renovating homes who want outdoor furniture that feels as custom as their houses. They’re looking for quality, timelessness and something that invites people to gather. These are heirloom pieces designed to last 20-plus years.
Where are your products made?
Our shop is located just outside Prineville near the mills and suppliers we work with. We’re scaling up our operations and using materials from reclaimed forest cedar to Oregon walnut and cherry. Our steel table legs are manufactured in Prineville by RRCo. MFG, and we’re now incorporating more metal-wood hybrids into our designs.
What’s your long-term vision for Hydes Custom?
I want to offer a full suite of outdoor solutions, from decks and siding to pavers and furniture. I still hold my general contractor license, so we’re not just selling products, we’re designing entire outdoor experiences. I want to be coaching each project like it’s a championship game: hands-on, thoughtful and cost-conscious, without compromising quality.
