Dashing Dresser

While plywood is certainly a useful building material, I can’t say that I would call it beautiful, or that I often see it as the central feature of a project. And yet, this dresser defies my expectations. The painted and chamfered edges add some much desired color and texture, and they contrast wonderfully with the color and grain of the cherry. Although this dresser has a relatively simple design, it really is the contrasts within it that make it stand out the most—along with that vibrant blue of course.

As you can see in the photos, the colors juxtapose quite interestingly. The matte blue of the milk paint is the first thing to draw the eye, then the brilliant grain of the cherry. From the hardwood beneath to the veneer on the doors and drawers, the cherry grain complements the stark blue accents. Both are brought out even more by highlighting