He is using Koa wood from Hawaii in his next project. “Not all Koa is figured but a lot of the stuff we use is figured, said Rieck. Tom: Oh, my it’s almost got a 3-D effect to it. “And that comes from ...

The look of the koa wood also makes a difference in its price, he said. While wavy curly wood grains could fetch $400 a foot, on the lower end, straight grain koa wood could cost about $50 to $60 ...

Known for its handcrafted Koa wood products, resort wear, and home decor, the company donates proceeds from sales to fund Koa tree conservation efforts. “We are thrilled to expand our presence ...