Look, if you’re throwing a BBQ in Redmond and folks are sitting on upturned buckets, cooler lids, or—God forbid—a yoga ball, we’ve got a problem. Not a catastrophic one, but one that says, “Hey, this house is almost great.” And almost great just doesn’t cut it anymore. Not in 2025. Not in Redmond.
So, what’s the fix? It’s simple. Custom outdoor benches. The kind crafted from real wood by people who actually know what they’re doing—like us at Stedman Design. Let’s talk about how a couple of handcrafted, live-edge outdoor benches can turn your cookout from “let’s grab and go” into “wow, let’s stay a while.”
You know Redmond. It's full of innovation, clean parks, tech geniuses, and backyards that are honestly begging for a touch of rustic charm. We’re not saying throw out the Traeger or upgrade to Wagyu burgers (but if you do, invite us), we’re saying: your outdoor setup needs soul.
You’ve already got the grill smoking, the playlist bumping, and that one neighbor who shows up with a “surprise side dish” that’s actually just tortilla chips and one avocado. Let’s complete the scene with something better than a stack of plastic chairs from a big box store.
Custom outdoor benches do something most furniture can’t—they invite people to linger. They say, “Yeah, go ahead, have another plate of ribs. We’re not going anywhere.”
Here’s what’s wild: every single bench we make has a personality. Because every slab of wood is different—like your guests, but with fewer opinions about how to cook chicken.
When you go with a custom outdoor bench from Stedman Design, you’re not just getting a place to sit. You’re getting a piece of functional art that was:
Sourced sustainably from Pacific Northwest wood
Handcrafted with grit, care, and a healthy respect for splinters
Finished to stand up to Redmond’s occasional drizzle and surprise sunshine
We’re talking live edge slabs, rich wood grain, ergonomic designs, and—get this—a bench that fits your actual space. Not one you try to wedge in sideways between the grill and the rhododendrons. No sir. One that feels like it was always meant to be there.
If you're living in Redmond and not soaking up every bit of summer, you're missing out. There's only a few months when it’s warm enough for your uncle to insist on grilling shirtless (we don’t condone it, but we accept it). That means every square foot of your backyard should be dialed in.
You’ve already landscaped. You’ve probably even planted those little garden lights that make everything glow just right. Now, imagine having a custom bench that fits right under that string of Edison bulbs. You know the ones—every backyard in Redmond’s got them. Except now, yours has the bench that everyone remembers.
Picture this:
Dad’s flipping burgers while your niece uses the bench to line up her juice boxes like a power move.
Your friend collapses onto it after one too many jalapeño poppers and says, “Dang, this is nice. Where’d you get it?”
And you? You lean back, drink in hand, thinking, “Yeah… I nailed this.”
That’s what this bench does. It doesn’t just hold weight—it adds it. Emotional weight. Memory-making weight.
Let’s be honest—Redmond weather doesn’t care about your outdoor furniture dreams. Sun one day, rain the next, and a surprise windstorm every third Tuesday. That’s why we build our custom wood benches to handle the elements.
We use:
Premium hardwoods that are treated for outdoor conditions
Joinery techniques that are tighter than your uncle’s jeans from the '80s
Protective finishes that laugh in the face of mildew and moisture
This ain’t pressboard nonsense. This is real-deal craftsmanship, built for decades of chicken wings, bad jokes, and deep backyard convos.
You want a straight bench with no back? Cool. Want a curvy one that hugs the firepit? Even cooler. Need it to seat two or ten? Let’s build it. Add hidden storage under the seat? You bet. Custom engraving that says, “Welcome to the Meat Locker”? Absolutely, if that’s your vibe.
Stedman Design works with you, not just for you. We’ll help you choose:
The right wood species (maple, walnut, cedar—you name it)
The finish that matches your existing setup
The dimensions that make sense for your yard
Optional live edge details, armrests, footrests, heck—cup holders if you want them
This is the kind of thing your neighbors will pretend not to notice while absolutely noticing.
Let’s talk value. People drop serious money on all kinds of backyard stuff—grills, fire pits, ambient lighting, citronella torches that don’t work. A custom wood bench, though? That’s functional AND beautiful. It serves a purpose and tells a story.
And here’s the secret: custom doesn’t have to mean expensive. Especially when you think long-term. This is a one-time investment that sticks around, unlike that plastic Adirondack chair that cracked when Cousin Gary tried to do a cannonball into the grass.
Plus, when you go with local craftsmanship from Stedman Design, you’re supporting:
A Pacific Northwest small business
Sustainable practices
Actual humans who care about what they’re making
Here’s the deal, Redmond: your backyard deserves better. So do your guests. So does your brisket, honestly. It’s time to add that missing piece to your BBQ setup—a custom outdoor bench that ties everything together and sets the tone for the summer.
🎯 Want something rustic and rugged?
🎯 Prefer smooth and sleek?
🎯 Want to build a whole bench set for your patio?
We’re here for it.
Reach out to Stedman Design today and let’s sketch it out together. You bring the backyard dreams—we’ll bring the wood, tools, and elbow grease.
BBQ season is a vibe, and vibes require ambiance. Don’t let your guests hover around looking for a spot to sit like they’re in a musical chairs showdown. Give them a custom bench that invites conversation, comfort, and seconds (or thirds).
Redmond, let’s build something awesome.
And if you want to engrave the bench with “BBQ Throne,” we’re not stopping you.
Let's talk wood, design, and backyard domination—Stedman Design is ready when you are.