Nick Schmidt -

Owner & Master Carpenter

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Schmidty Wood Works was built from a lifelong passion for creating and improving the spaces people call home.

Founder Nicholas Schmidt discovered his love for carpentry at a young age — drawn to the process of building, shaping, and bringing ideas to life. After completing carpentry school in Boston, MA, he began working as a carpenter’s assistant, gaining hands-on experience that would lay the foundation for nearly 10 + years in residential construction.

In 2024, after life led him to Tampa, Schmidty Wood Works officially came to life. What began as home repairs quickly evolved into specialized finished carpentry, finely crafted woodworking, and even handcrafted luxury dog beds — blending precision craftsmanship with personality.

At Schmidty Wood Works, the mission is simple: turn clients’ ideas into innovative, functional, and beautifully built realities. Whether it’s restoring a home back to working standard or creating something completely unique, every project is approached with integrity, quality, and attention to detail.

Nicholas brings not only skill and experience to the table, but heart. He loves tackling new, creative challenges — and he has a soft spot for animals, especially his two dogs who run the household like executives. Around here, craftsmanship matters… but so does character.

Oreo Medina Schmidt - Vice President *

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A proud Bichon-Poodle with big German Shepherd energy, Oreo has been leading operations since day one. Visionary? Absolutely. Vocal about standards? Even more so.

Don't let the fluffy exterior fool you — Oreo has personally inspected every dog bed that's left this shop and has yet to sign off on anything less than exceptional.

His standards are simple: if it doesn't pass the nap test, it doesn't pass at all. Every curve, every joint, every finish gets the same scrutiny — because Oreo understands better than anyone that a bed isn't just furniture, it's a dog's kingdom.

Coco Medina Schmidt - Chief Operating Officer*

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A sharp-minded Bichon-Poodle with executive taste, Coco has inspired projects from behind the scenes with precision, timing, and just the right amount of flair.

As COO, he ensures daily tasks are completed promptly and tailored exactly to customer preferences — no shortcuts, no excuses, no late deliveries (unless it’s nap-related).

Coco firmly believes productivity is powered by strategic rest, insisting on scheduled naps to maintain peak performance levels. Efficiency matters. You may have the pleasure of meeting coco on your in person estimate with Nick.

The Life Behind the Work

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A fluffy white and gray dog sitting behind a large, lush, green plant in a room with wood flooring and a window with curtains.
A man taking a mirror selfie in a clothing store while holding a small, curly-haired white dog wearing a black and white houndstooth harness. The store has racks of clothes and a table with shoes in the background.
A man with a beard and cap sitting at an outdoor restaurant with two dogs, one with curly cream-colored fur and the other with curly gray and white fur, both wearing matching black and white checkered outfits. The restaurant has green foliage, pink flowers, and string lights overhead.
A man and a dog in a kayak on a body of water. The man is smiling, wearing sunglasses and a life jacket, and holding a paddle. The dog, wearing a life jacket and blue shorts, is sitting in front of the man, looking happy with its tongue out.
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A small white fluffy dog with a bandana sitting on a blue outdoor couch, next to a man wearing shorts and a hat, sitting on another blue outdoor chair on a balcony with a view of the sky and clouds.
A man with a beard and sunglasses sitting in a vehicle, holding two small dogs, one white and one gray and white, on his lap. The dogs are wearing harnesses and looking towards the camera.
Two fluffy white dogs sitting on a stone ledge in front of a background of trees decorated with white holiday lights. A large building with lit windows is visible in the background.
A white fluffy dog wearing a white cooking chef's hat.
A small curly-haired dog with beige fur lying on a boat, tongue out, with water and boats in the background under a blue sky.
A fluffy white and gray dog with a black nose and big eyes, wearing a blue patterned bandana, sitting on a car seat.
Two fluffy dogs dressed in sweaters and casual shoes standing outdoors on a concrete sidewalk in front of a blue door.
A white curly-haired dog wearing round sunglasses, sitting on a marble floor with a leash attached to its collar. In the background, there is a wooden table, a basket of rolled-up colorful fabric or clothing, and a container of water or storage box.