A Peek Behind the Curtain (pun intended)

5 Questions with Field Work Design Craft Owner Casey Weaver

From concept to installation, Field Work Design Craft owner Casey Weaver will guide you through the process of finding the right window coverings for your space by taking the time to understand your needs, objectives, and the opportunities and any limitations of your space.

Born and raised in Long Beach, a life long resident of Southern California, a progressive coastal design aesthetic is central to his work.

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Attention to detail from concept to installation.

Creative Vision & Old School Business Practices meet Realistic Practicality

1.  Why did you start Field Work Design Craft?

I’ve always had a passion for design and craftsmanship, as well as business.  I started my career in product development as an entrepreneur, then had about a decade long run in the corporate world, all the while looking for the “right fit” to step back into being a business owner.  Once I learned about this industry, the blend of creativity and craftsmanship, it just made sense to start my own shop.  I’ve got a passion for design and bringing concepts to life from start to finish.

2.  What was your business background prior?

Most recently, as the Global Director of Product Marketing for Tupperware brands.  I was doing product design and development for consumer goods, but at such a 30,000 foot level.  Product cycles would take months or years, and I was so disconnected with the end consumer, suppliers, and even colleagues.  With Field Work Design Craft, I bring concepts to life in a matter of weeks, and work directly with my clients daily, which means I get to see their enjoyment and satisfaction when a project is complete.

3.  What is your favorite part of what you do?

Very few zoom meetings. I like to work with people in person, in the real world. I like to work with my hands.  But also the fact that every project is different, and every job has unique challenges to solve.  I also like helping clients bring their vision to life, or giving them some guidance if they are stuck.  It’s an honor when they trust the vision and then see it come to life.

4.  What is the goal of Field Work Design Craft?

I’ve got what I guess you’d consider an old school business philosophy.  I think I learned a lot of that from my dad, who ran a family dental practice in Los Alamitos.  The goal is always to deliver quality, on time, and at a reasonable price point.   To always keep evolving.  There are segments of this industry, and the design world in general, that honestly seem out of hand from a cost perspective.  Given how I work, and how I source my materials, I’m able to deliver the same quality products at a fraction of the price as the “big guys.” Whatever a client’s budget, I want to deliver something they love and feel good about.

5.  Outside of business, what motivates you creatively or in business?

I’ve always walked this fine line between creative / craftsman and business guy.  Though the further down the road I get in my career, the more I identify with the creative side (I am grateful for my business background that helps keep me grounded).  I’ve always restored classic cars and trucks, recently have been doing a lot of outdoor space designs.  I have been a lifelong athlete.  Whether surfing, snowboarding, running or mountain biking, I see all these things as creative expression without rules or boundaries. I also love cooking, especially relying heavily on my garden, for many of the same reasons.

A lot of the work I do is right in my own backyard, in the community I grew up in. Being able to deliver to people I see every day motivates me significantly.