Old Goats Hard Goods- Sun Valley, Idaho

Old Goats Hard Goods- Sun Valley, Idaho Architectural hardware, custom and semi-custom cabinetry and our dog, Tally. Locally owned in Whitefish for the last 25 years.

"POV: When clients say 'mountain modern' but definitely don't mean moose antlers and pine cones everywhere."Breaking dow...
03/27/2025

"POV: When clients say 'mountain modern' but definitely don't mean moose antlers and pine cones everywhere."

Breaking down what mountain modern actually means in cabinetry-speak:

The Material Mix Master
Wood meets white, meets glass, meets steel. Like a really expensive game of rock-paper-scissors where everybody wins. Unless you're the installer - then it's just challenging.

The "Definitely Not Your Grandpa's Cabin" Look
Vertical grain that just hits different
Hidden storage that makes clutter disappear like magic
Integrated lighting that makes everything look expensive
Zero pinecone carvings in sight

The View Stealer
Because nothing says "I respect these mountain views" quite like a bathroom that knows when to shut up and let Mother Nature do the talking.

Side note: To the client who asked if we could make their cabinets look "modern but also rustic but also sleek but also warm" - this one's for you. We finally figured out what you meant.

"Happy National Waffle Day! In completely unrelated cabinet news, here's some storage solutions that are more organized ...
03/25/2025

"Happy National Waffle Day! In completely unrelated cabinet news, here's some storage solutions that are more organized than your waffle toppings bar."

Speaking of waffles and cabinetry (a sentence I never thought I'd type):

Things waffles and custom cabinets have in common:

Both require precise measurements
Both get messy if not properly planned
Both make people happier in the kitchen
Both are way better than the frozen/prefab version

Our latest kitchen installs featuring:

Pull-out drawers smoother than maple syrup
Organization systems stacked better than a Belgian waffle tower
Custom solutions that won't leave you waffling about your choices

Plot twist: Spent so much time making this waffle/cabinet comparison that I'm now installing a dedicated waffle station in my next kitchen design. No regrets.



[Swipe to see storage solutions that would make your breakfast proud →]"

"Happy International Day of Happiness! Here's what brings us joy in cabinet form (because yes, that's a thing):"Things t...
03/20/2025

"Happy International Day of Happiness! Here's what brings us joy in cabinet form (because yes, that's a thing):"

Things that spark joy:

Drawers that close themselves because they care about your mental health
Pull-out spice racks that make your life choices look organized
Hidden storage that makes clutter disappear faster than your motivation on Monday
Cabinet organization so good it should count as therapy

Things that don't spark joy:

Your old kitchen's corner cabinet of doom
The phrase "let's just get builder-grade"
Misaligned doors (we don't speak of those)

Marie Kondo would be proud. Or confused. We're not sure since she's never returned our calls about cabinet organization.



P.S. Yes, we did just relate cabinetry to happiness. No, we're not sorry about it.

"Happy Global Recycling Day! In completely unrelated news, here's some custom cabinetry that's definitely not recycled b...
03/18/2025

"Happy Global Recycling Day! In completely unrelated news, here's some custom cabinetry that's definitely not recycled but is absolutely sustainable. 🌲♻️

Fun fact: While I'd love to tell you we made these cabinets from reclaimed shipping pallets and old barn wood, they're actually from responsibly harvested forests where every tree probably had a better healthcare plan than I do.

Sustainable cabinet facts that nobody asked for but you're getting anyway:

Our wood suppliers plant more trees than a squirrel with ADHD
Our finishes are so eco-friendly they probably photosynthesize

To celebrate, here's some recent projects that are:

Sustainably sourced
Built to last longer than most marriages
Designed to be timeless (aka won't end up in a landfill when trends change)
Made with enough precision to make Mother Nature proud

Plot twist: The most sustainable cabinet is the one you don't have to replace every 5 years because it actually lasts.



P.S. Yes, we do actually care about sustainability. No, we won't build your cabinets out of that pallet wall you saw on Pinterest.

"When the client says 'I want James Bond meets mountain modern, but make it Park City.' Challenge accepted. 🥃Presenting ...
03/13/2025

"When the client says 'I want James Bond meets mountain modern, but make it Park City.' Challenge accepted. 🥃

Presenting our latest bar installation, where 'top shelf' isn't just a suggestion - it's integrated LED art. Some specs for my fellow design nerds:

Integrated lighting that makes every bottle look like it belongs in a magazine
Pull-out mixer drawers that would make a mixologist tear up
Under-counter wine fridges set to exactly 55°F (because we respect the grape around here)
Ice maker that produces the fancy clear stuff

Integration features:

Smart lighting that knows what time happy hour starts
More bottle storage than a speakeasy
Storage solutions for every glass type known to mankind

Shoutout to our clients who trusted us with their vision and their vintage collection. Your bourbon now has a better home than most people.

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Meet this new hickory kitchen, where every cabinet door tells a different story and no two grain patterns are having the...
03/11/2025

Meet this new hickory kitchen, where every cabinet door tells a different story and no two grain patterns are having the same conversation. It's like a wood grain party and every panel brought its own personality.

To everyone who said hickory was "too busy": You're not wrong, but neither am I.

"Happy National Dentist Day!"In completely unrelated news, here's a bunch of cabinets with perfect alignment, pristine f...
03/06/2025

"Happy National Dentist Day!"

In completely unrelated news, here's a bunch of cabinets with perfect alignment, pristine fills, and zero cavities. 🦷✨ Like your dentist always says:

No gaps
Perfect joints
Professional installation recommended
Best when properly sealed
Should last 20+ years with proper care

Side note: This post was definitely not inspired by my dentist asking why I haven't been flossing while I was staring at his new kitchen photos.

Where laundry meets luxury. P.S. Yes, those are heated floors. Because if you're going to procrastinate doing laundry, y...
03/04/2025

Where laundry meets luxury.

P.S. Yes, those are heated floors. Because if you're going to procrastinate doing laundry, you might as well do it comfortably.

"Rendering vs Reality: A story in two actsPlot twist: The reality turned out better because it turns out kitchens are fo...
02/27/2025

"Rendering vs Reality: A story in two acts

Plot twist: The reality turned out better because it turns out kitchens are for cooking, not just looking ethereal in architectural drawings.

[Swipe to see more angles of expectation vs. reality →]"

Fun fact: Spent so much time selecting the perfect walnut grain pattern that designers now now introduces us as 'the gra...
02/25/2025

Fun fact: Spent so much time selecting the perfect walnut grain pattern that designers now now introduces us as 'the grain whisperer.' Not sure if this is a compliment, but we're going with it.

Side note: The natural striping in this walnut is so mesmerizing, we've caught ourselves staring at it like it's Netflix. Pretty sure these cabinet doors have better character development than most shows on tv.

02/21/2025

Take a walk through a few jobsites with us.

Because not everybody has to go back to the office.
02/20/2025

Because not everybody has to go back to the office.


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