Graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 1977 with a B.S. in Vocational Industrial Education and Technology. Doug owned and operated a sawmill operation for three years before taking a job as a master craftsman for a custom furniture shop. After six years there he managed an architectural millwork operation. In 1986 he started his own furniture making business in Berea Kentucky. Over the years Doug has won numerous awards in design and craftsmanship nationally plus awards at some of the 63 juried craft fairs he has participated in. Doug is known for his craftsmanship and eye for design and has developed a strong following of repeat customers.

Wally Haley, the brother of Doug, graduated from Eastern Kentucky University in 1989 and has a B.S. in Industrial Education. He joined his brother in the furniture making business in 1992 after working in another custom furniture for a short while. Wally is a master craftsman as well but his real expertise lies in his finishing abilities. The business is known for the impeccable finishes whether it be a lacquer finish or oil finish.