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Get quotes for custom architectural fabrication
Architectural millwork, casework, stone and metal fabrication built to spec and to the schedule the job runs on. Upload your drawings or shop drawings and we'll source competitive quotes from qualified fabrication partners.
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- Minimum order
- 1 piece
- Typical lead time
- 2 to 6 weeks
- Core materials
- Wood, metal, stone
- Scope
- Millwork to metal
Processes
Capabilities for architecture & construction
How OpenSpindle works
We tap our partner network. You get the best-match quote.
Upload your part and we tap our network of partner shops to get you a competitive, all-in quote that is the best match for the job.
One upload
A CAD file or a sketch. That is the whole ask on your end.
Your best-match quote
Sourced from the partner shops set up for your exact part.
All-in, on your timeline
Machining, finishing, and shipping detailed to your turnaround.
Materials
Materials for architecture & construction
Reference
Material selection for architectural work
| Application | Typical material | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Cabinetry & casework | Plywood, MDF, hardwood veneer | Stable, finishable panel goods |
| Solid millwork & trim | Hardwood (maple, walnut, oak) | Durable, high-end finish |
| Countertops | Quartz, granite, solid surface | Durable work surfaces |
| Railings & hardware | Stainless steel, aluminum | Corrosion-resistant architectural metal |
| Storefronts & trim | Aluminum extrusion | Light, weather-resistant framing |
| Facades & feature stone | Natural stone | Durable exterior or interior cladding |
Applications
Typical architecture & construction parts
Why OpenSpindle
Built for architecture & construction buyers
Real quotes, not estimates
Your millwork or stone is quoted by independent shops set up for the work, so the price reflects the real job, not an automated estimate that changes later.
No sales gate
Send your plans and request quotes without a sales rep or account manager in the middle. Faster than tracking down a dozen shops one at a time.
Local shops for install
Millwork and stone often need on-site measure and installation. Find shops in your area that can fabricate and install, not just ship a crate.
Compare multiple shops
See several independent shops with the certifications and equipment your project needs, and compare bids rather than taking a single number.
Trust
Certifications and standards that matter
For architectural woodwork and stone, the certification tells you the shop can hit the standard your architect specified. Look for these on a shop before you send drawings, and confirm the grade or scope for your project.
AWI / AWS
The Architectural Woodwork Institute standards (Architectural Woodwork Standards) are the millwork quality benchmark. They define the Economy, Custom, and Premium grades that architects call out on the specs for cabinetry, casework, and paneling.
KCMA
Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association certification. Cabinets tested and certified to the ANSI/KCMA A161.1 standard for structural, finish, and hardware durability, common on residential and multi-family work.
FSC Certified
Forest Stewardship Council chain-of-custody certification for responsibly sourced wood. Often required to earn LEED or other green-building credits on commercial projects.
Licensed Contractor
A current state or local contractor license for shops that install as well as fabricate. Required for permitted on-site work and to pull the trade under a general contractor.
Natural Stone Institute (NSI)
Accreditation for stone fabricators covering fabrication and installation quality. The mark to look for on granite, quartzite, and marble countertop and surface work.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Many do, but their sweet spot varies. Commercial buildout (offices, retail, hospitality, healthcare) leans on casework, reception, and fixtures at scale with tighter schedule and code requirements, while residential and custom-home work leans on cabinetry and finish detail. Check a shop profile and confirm they have done projects like yours.
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Last reviewed August 2026
Get architectural millwork and fabrication quotes
Send your drawings and we'll source quotes from qualified manufacturing partners with the certifications and equipment your project needs.
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