Several years ago I made a career change. I had a vision, a desire to do something different. Inspired by my grandfathers work, I set out on my own path.
My knowledge of this field was non-existant. Through sacrifice I gained that needed knowledge, the experience, and the nickname "Kot". My desire grew stronger. My visions broader.
I had found what I needed. A constant challenge. The challenge to come up with new ideas. The challenge to offer something not found just anywhere.
To create pieces that can be both artistic and functional.
Iron has become my canvas. It is blank, and limited only by ones imagination.
I am currently based out of Stoney Creek, Ontario
As part of my philosophy, I do not duplicate designs. I strive for originality in each piece. Although challenging, it gives you, the customer, something that no one else has.
Mass production is for the masses. Kot Designs is for the selective.
Hello, I am Sharon R., Courtney R.’s mother. She has just given me the spectacular piece that you made to hold my parents plaque, it’s beyond my wildest imagination!!!!!!! It’s truly spectacular!!! The detail is AMAZING, and the symmetry is just extraordinary. This is a birthday present I will cherish for the rest of my life – thank you!!!! I have taken some pictures and will take a picture of it when it’s in front of the tree that we’ve planted for my parents, I will email them to you. Feel free to use them on your website, it would be my pleasure for you to use them to showcase your amazing talent. Thank you so much!!!
I asked Chris if he could make me a vault door, not only did he take the job on, he exceeded my expectations 10 fold. Chris showed up at my door with a tape measure and some paper to measure my crooked door frame, and shortly after that he came by to drop of one of the most beautiful creations to come through my back door.
Chris built a door for me all right, iron bars as I had asked, 3 point locking system with 3/4" steel bars that lock in to the ceiling, floor and wall simultaneously. It is far more secure than I could have hoped for.
I told him my budget for the project and he met it.
So if you are considering him for some work, he gets a glowing recommendation from me!
Chris will also being doing a custom railing for our home when our renovation progresses.
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You too can have your own one-of-a-kind hand-forged Iron Work.