The Team

Vadym Ratayev, the founder of Woodcraft Canada is the consummate professional. Vadym has completed university in Ekaterenburg, Russia with a degree in wood working engineering. He was immediately assigned to a major steel production plant in charge of design, and organizing woodworking division. After, Vadym went on continuing his education to get his graduate degree as a research engineer, in Kiev, Ukraine. Shortly after completion, he organized his own company, one of the first in Kiev, that designed and manufactured office furniture. With background in Russia and Ukraine in woodworking, Vadym has extensive knowledge in millwork. He has developed and improved technologies for production including for the production of framed cabinetry. Today, he manages all aspects of the Woodcraft Canada's production including material, design, engineering, CNC, paint, and installation. Vadym's extensive experience and know how provides him with the capability to produce a true high-end quality cabinetry.

Iryna Ratayeva leads Wood Craft Canada's design department. She has completed university in Kiev, Ukraine with a degree in design and technology engineering. Since, completion she has focused in fashion, interior, and furniture design. With a diversified and extensive background in design, she keeps up to date and follows the latest trends by traveling and getting inspiration first hand from design capitals of the world including Milan, New York, Moscow and finally here in Toronto. Her latest trip was to a design exhibition; Milan Furniture Fair 2010, in Milan, Italy. She again captured the latest trends in design and style that will help us to create true masterpieces.