In 1987, when I was six years old, a Kansas Wildlife & Parks Officer named Byron Walker moved in next door. I was basically Dennis the Menace with a hammer, and he was a patient woodworking enthusiast. By the end of that summer, I was carving ducks, building bookcases, and driving his wife crazy with my ability to follow him everywhere he went.
That spark never went away. I spent my entire adulthood doing custom woodwork and remodeling on the side, and in 2013 I finally stepped away from the business world to pursue the craft that’s been part of me since childhood.
Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to learn from talented woodworkers who shaped my approach to craftsmanship, detail, and integrity. Their influence is woven into every project Helm Improvement takes on.
From design to installation, everything is handled by Helm Improvement. If you have a project in mind—big, small, or still just a rough idea—I’d love to talk it through. Your vision and our experience are just one conversation away from becoming the kitchen or space you’ve been imagining.
And if you’re ever curious about the person behind the sawdust, feel free to flip through a few pages of my unfinished book. It’s a glimpse into the journey that led to the cabinets, furniture, and spaces I build today: The Book – An Unfinished Symphony.
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