Growing up in Connecticut, I found myself playing in the woods and tinkering in my father's basement workshop. I was always building something, whether it be a fort made out of sticks or a longboard skateboard.
I never excelled in academics. In my senior year of high school, I didn’t feel ready for college, so I found an alternative that suited my needs. I enrolled in a two year program at the International Yacht Restoration School (IYRS). While growing my woodworking skills to top level craftsmanship, I found that I really enjoyed the history of yachts and where they had been. This led me to the University of Colorado, where I studied architecture. It was a great progression, because I was able to take a solid understanding of how things go together and strengthen my eye for design and the process of creating.
Thanks for stopping by,
Brandon Gatti
Master Craftsman and Founder
Grain Wood Shop