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Tribeca, Rafters or Pemberton? Comparing Three Handstone Collections

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By Mark and Denise, owners of Oak Unlimited Furniture, family-run in Bowmanville since 1995 | Last updated September 2026


Quick answer: Choose Tribeca for a calm, minimalist, modern bedroom. Choose Rafters for a rustic or industrial look inspired by barn timbers, with battered iron handles. Choose Pemberton for a natural, West Coast feel inspired by British Columbia's Pemberton Valley. All three are Handstone collections built to order in solid cherry, maple or red oak.

Three of the Handstone collections we talk about most at Oak Unlimited are Tribeca, Rafters and Pemberton. They share the same Ontario craftsmanship and solid hardwood, but each creates a very different room.


This comparison covers the look, the proportions and the kind of home each collection suits, so you can narrow your shortlist before you visit.


What is the difference between Handstone Tribeca, Rafters and Pemberton?

The main difference is style. Tribeca is minimalist and modern, with a calm, balanced look. Rafters is classically industrial, inspired by old barn timbers and doors, with clean lines and battered iron handles. Pemberton draws on the natural beauty of the Pemberton Valley in British Columbia for a warmer, more organic feel.


Because all three are made to order, the differences come from design rather than quality. Each is built by Handstone in Wallenstein, Ontario, and each can be customized in wood species, stain and hardware.


Collection

Style

Signature details

Best for

Tribeca

Minimalist, modern

Clean, balanced lines and a timeless profile

Calm, uncluttered bedrooms and home offices

Rafters

Rustic industrial

Barn-timber inspiration and battered iron handles

Farmhouse, loft and modern-rustic homes

Pemberton

Natural, West Coast

Inspired by BC's Pemberton Valley

Warm, nature-inspired and cottage-style rooms


When should you choose Tribeca?

Choose Tribeca if you want a bedroom that feels calm and uncluttered. Handstone describes it as minimalist by nature, designed around a sense of calm and balance. It suits modern homes, condos and anyone who prefers furniture that recedes into the background rather than making a statement.


Tribeca works especially well in lighter stains on maple, where its clean profile reads crisp and contemporary. In a darker stain, it becomes more dramatic while staying simple.


The Tribeca 8 Drawer Dresser measures 57-1/8 inches wide, 37-3/4 inches high and 18 inches deep. The Tribeca Dresser and Mirror is longer and lower at 67-5/8 inches wide and 32-1/4 inches high, which suits a wide wall.


Tribeca is also available for the home office, so it is easy to carry the same look from the bedroom to a workspace.


When should you choose Rafters?

Choose Rafters if you love rustic, industrial or farmhouse style. The collection takes its inspiration from old barn timbers and doors, pairing clean lines with battered iron handles. It manages to feel modern and retro at the same time, and it adds character without looking fussy.


Rafters looks particularly good in red oak, where the open grain adds texture that complements the iron hardware. It is a natural fit for homes with exposed beams, brick, or other rustic materials.


The Rafters 8 Drawer High Dresser measures 61 inches wide, 44 inches high and 19 inches deep, a good choice for storage on a shorter wall. The Rafters 6 Drawer Long Dresser stretches to 73 inches wide at 36-1/2 inches high for larger primary bedrooms.


Like Tribeca, Rafters is also offered for the home office.


When should you choose Pemberton?

Choose Pemberton if you want a warm, nature-inspired bedroom. Handstone drew on the majestic beauty and artistic nature of British Columbia's Pemberton Valley for this collection, which makes it a good fit for cottage-style homes and anyone who wants their bedroom to feel grounded and restful.


Pemberton pairs beautifully with cherry, which darkens gradually into a rich, warm tone over the years. That slow change suits a collection built around natural character.


The Pemberton 6 Drawer Dresser measures 61 inches wide, 34-1/8 inches high and 19-5/8 inches deep. The Pemberton Long High Dresser and Mirror measures 70-1/2 inches wide and 43-1/8 inches high for bedrooms that need maximum storage.



How do the dresser sizes compare?

The dressers in these three collections range from 57-1/8 inches to 73 inches wide. Tribeca offers the most compact dresser of the three, Rafters offers the widest, and Pemberton sits in between and is the deepest at 19-5/8 inches. Custom sizes are also available on many Handstone pieces.


Piece

Width

Height

Depth

Tribeca 8 Drawer Dresser

57-1/8 in

37-3/4 in

18 in

Tribeca Dresser and Mirror

67-5/8 in

32-1/4 in

18 in

Rafters 8 Drawer High Dresser

61 in

44 in

19 in

Rafters 6 Drawer Long Dresser

73 in

36-1/2 in

19 in

Pemberton 6 Drawer Dresser

61 in

34-1/8 in

19-5/8 in

Pemberton Long High Dresser

70-1/2 in

43-1/8 in

19-5/8 in


Measure your wall and leave room to open the drawers comfortably before choosing. Our guide on how to choose a solid wood dresser covers sizing in more detail, and you can browse every model on our dressers page.


How do you choose between Tribeca, Rafters and Pemberton?

Choose by answering three questions: what style the rest of your home follows, which wood you prefer, and how much storage your wall can hold. A modern home points to Tribeca, exposed beams or brick point to Rafters, and a warm, nature-inspired space points to Pemberton. The dimensions then settle which piece fits.


Start with the room you already have. Look at your flooring, trim and existing furniture, and notice whether they lean clean and modern, rustic and textured, or warm and natural. The collection that matches that direction will feel as if it has always been there.


Next, think about wood. Tribeca's clean lines show off smooth maple, Rafters suits the open grain of red oak, and Pemberton is a natural partner for cherry. Any of the three can be built in any of those woods, but these pairings are a good place to start.


Finally, measure. If your wall is narrow, a high dresser gives you storage without the width. If it is wide, a long dresser and mirror can anchor the room.


Can you mix Handstone collections in one home?

Yes. Because every Handstone collection is built from the same hardwoods and can be finished in the same stains, pieces from different collections coordinate easily. Many customers choose one collection for the bedroom and another for the dining room or office, then tie them together with a shared wood or stain.


The key is keeping one consistent thread. A shared stain colour, or the same hardware finish, makes different designs feel intentional. Our guide on how to choose a stain colour can help you pick a tone that works across rooms.


Frequently asked questions

Which Handstone collection is the most modern?

Of these three, Tribeca is the most modern. Its minimalist design and clean lines suit contemporary homes and condos. For even more modern options, Handstone's Electra and Brooklyn collections are also worth considering.


Which Handstone collection is best for a rustic home?

Rafters is the best fit for a rustic home among these three, thanks to its barn-timber inspiration and battered iron handles. Cumberland, with its industrial steel base and rustic textured finish, is another good option.


Can I order Tribeca, Rafters or Pemberton in any wood?

Handstone collections are built to order in cherry, maple or red oak, with your choice of stain and hardware. Availability can vary by piece, so confirm the options for the specific model you like when you order.


See the collections side by side

Pictures only tell part of the story. Visit Oak Unlimited at 95 King St W in Bowmanville, or contact us for a quote, and we will help you compare Tribeca, Rafters and Pemberton in the wood and stain you have in mind. For more on the maker behind all three, read our guide to Handstone furniture.


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