As a result of his contest history, Doug has been collaborating with SWC on showroom development and design around the country. This work can be seen in Chicago’s Merchandise Mart, Atlanta’s Buckhead Showroom, Miami’s Design District, Costa Mesa, CA, Manhattan, and most recently, “Loft”, at Abt Electronics in Glenview, IL. On the design boards is the new showroom in Roslyn Heights, NY.

Other notable collaborations include Restoration Hardware (RH), where nuHaus designs and builds RH’s café and wine vault concepts for their next-generation Design Galleries. This collaboration can be seen in the West Palm Beach, Toronto and Nashville Galleries, as well as the historic buildings of Chicago’s 3 Arts Club, NYC’s Meatpacking District and Yountville’s famous Ma(i)sonary Building in Napa Valley.

Just recently, Doug and his team were commissioned by The Galley, a Tulsa-based company specializing in innovative kitchen products, to design, engineer and produce their award-winning culinary furniture line, The Dresser.

Doug is actively involved in Lambs Farm, a non-profit organization located in Libertyville Illinois. Lambs Farm is dedicated to improving the lives of developmentally disabled adults. Doug serves as a chairperson for their annual golf outing. He and his wife, Judy, enjoy biking, snowshoeing, traveling and spending time with their grandchildren.

In 1983, John and his brother Doug founded Exclusive Woodworking, with the goal of building cabinetry, millwork and fine furniture of uncompromising quality.

John’s mastery of cabinetmaking, combined with his understanding of industry-leading technology, allows him to execute some of the most complex and prestigious cabinetry projects across the country. Working alongside Doug, John’s invaluable experience and engineering expertise help bring to life nuHaus’ most intricate designs.

John, an avid Grateful Dead fan, resides in north suburban Chicago with his wife Cheryl where they enjoy golf, live music, and spending time with their grandchildren. John is also involved in Lambs Farm in Libertyville, Illinois, an organization renowned for its commitment to help people with developmental disabilities lead productive, happy lives and connecting with the human spirit in us all.

Our brother Tom Durbin has a developmental disability. He is a full-time resident at Lambs Farm and works at their on-site Magnolia Café and Bakery. Tom is also a nine-sport athlete, participating on every team sponsored by Lambs Farm, and has been their Special Olympics Athlete of the Year twice.

State funding is minimal, and Lambs Farm depends on the generosity of individuals and corporate support to maintain their programs and services. nuHaus is proud to support Lambs Farm. If you have any questions about Lambs Farm or would like to become involved in supporting the organization in any way, including participating in the annual Lamb Farms Golf Outing, please go to www.lambsfarm.org or contact Doug Durbin or John Durbin at nuHaus.