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We have been building kitchen and bath cabinets in Portland, Oregon since 1976. Over the years we have grown from a two person operation to our present 64,000 sq. ft. modern manufacturing facility.
Hayden Island Cabinets
You once knew us as HUGGY BEAR, but our story began long before that name. It all started with a single craftsman—a carpenter with a simple yet ambitious dream: to build high-quality cabinets in the heart of Portland. He wasn’t just working with wood; he poured his passion, skill, and attention to detail into every piece he created. Over the years, his craft grew into something much bigger. From a small workshop to a full-scale manufacturing facility, the journey was challenging but always driven by a commitment to creating perfect cabinets. We take particular pride in our inset cabinets—a rare and highly specialized craft that requires precision, patience, and top-tier craftsmanship.
You Can Trust
Every cabinet, every door, and every frame is a result of years of expertise, the finest materials, and a deep dedication to traditional woodworking. Our name has changed, but our philosophy remains the same: mastery, quality, and attention to detail. That’s why our work is valued by those who seek something truly unique. Thank you for being part of our journey. This is just the beginning!
Our Team
Mike Horodovykh
Owner
Chad Pennington
Sales manager
Cory Brehmer
Sales representative
Tomas Zdancius
Production Manager
Sheron Spackman
Customer service
Andrew Van Dyke
Customer service
Sustainability
Green awareness is growing day by day. All 50 states have LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) registered homes. There have been numerous groups created to certify building products as green and the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturer Association’s Environmental Stewardship Program is the main certifier of cabinets. There is a wide array of factors which contribute to environmentally friendly cabinets. A few of these factors are resource management, controlled emissions, recycling, waste reduction, responsible business practices and even community involvement. But, when a customer asks for green cabinets, there are usually three areas of concern:
- Sustainably grown solid wood (for doors, face frames, fillers, etc.)
- The amount of urea-formaldehyde in the cabinet box materials
- The amount of urea-formaldehyde, HAPS (Hazardous Air Polutants) and VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds) in the finish
Hayden Island Cabinets is committed to providing natural products and processes that are earth-friendly and environmentally responsible. We have made many changes in our products and processes to achieve this goal. 2007 we cut our volatile waste by 43% by distilling and recycling the dregs from our paint room. We reformulated our finish which reduced HAPS from 1.08 lb/gal to zero, VOCs from 4.81 to 4.3 lb/gal, and virtually no formaldehyde.
We’ve also included Bamboo in our Europa collection. Bamboo is a grass and is considered a renewable resource. We have met all the requirements for the KCMA’s Environmental Stewardship Program and CARB (California Air Resources Board) Airborne Toxic Control Measure Phase II. We are trying to keep a balance between green materials/processes and keeping our cabinets affordable. Eventually, green products will be the norm, but going green can be expensive. So, at this point, we are offering green options as custom items that can be added to our standard cabinets at an upcharge. This gives customers the choice of how green their cabinets will be. The chart below shows the green properties of our standard products and greener options.
Sustainable Hardwoods
We offer a NAUF prefinished plywood as a standard available interior in Shoreline. A NAUF white or maple print is a custom option.
Finishes
A water based finish with no HAPS (hazardous air pollutants), very low in VOC (volatile organic compounds) and no formaldehyde is available. Our current finish has no HAPS, 4.3 lb/gal of VOC’s, and a trace of formaldahyde.
Processes
In 2007 we cut our volatile waste 43 percent by distilling and recycling the dregs from our paint room.
Domestic
Even though most hardwoods in the US are not FSC certified they are increasing in volume much faster than they are being used so they are sustainably grown. According to the Hardwood Manufacturers Association, Hardwoods in the US are growing 70 percent faster than they are being harvested. The volume of hardwoods in American forests today is 90 percent more than it was 50 years ago.
Imported
Walnut
This kitchen in Portland is made with Walnut and Nutmeg stain
Bamboo
Bamboo is as hard as oak and can be reharvested in three to five years.
Hayden Island Cabinets
Beautiful
White Oak hardwoods feature
With over three decades of experience in the cabinetry industry, Hayden Island Cabinets offers reliable, customized cabinets designed to meet the specific needs of homeowners. Take a look at these beautiful White Oak kitchen cabinets below. White Oak hardwoods feature a fine grain and dramatic figure similar to mahogany. They are able to take stains evenly because of their density and have a broad color range, from light pink to dark earth tones. The rapidly renewable hardwoods are grown on third-party certified plantations and are ready for harvest in an average of only 15 years, compared to 80 to 100 years for other hardwoods.
Lyptus hardwoods feature
Every joint is meticulously assembled, every surface expertly sanded, and every finish applied by hand to achieve flawless results. Our process combines cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship to deliver furniture that embodies elegance, durability, and timeless appeal. This is how we create pieces that are not just functional but truly exceptional.
Flawless craftsmanship and durability made this cabinetry perfect for our family’s home.
Exceptional quality, custom design, and flawless finishes—Hayden Island Cabinets exceeded our expectations!
