Why Trayz N' Beyond

Our Story

"Every space deserves something made with intention. That's not a tagline — it's the standard I hold every piece to."

Trayz N' Beyond was born in a kitchen in Knoxville, Tennessee in mid-2020 — and like most things worth having, it started with a vision and a whole lot of patience.

My name is Erick Owens. I'm the maker, the designer, and the founder behind every piece that leaves this studio. Long before resin ever touched my hands, I was studying the art of visual communication — earning a certificate in Graphic Design and Printing in Fairless Hills, Pennsylvania in 1998. That foundation never left me. It lives in every color choice, every composition, every piece I create.

Erick Owens, Maker & Founder of Trayz N' Beyond, reviewing a custom resin design with a client in the Knoxville studio

From Kitchen Table to Studio

In 2020, like so many people, I found myself with time, space, and a need to create something meaningful. I discovered epoxy resin — a medium that rewards patience, precision, and an eye for design — and I was immediately captivated. What started as experimentation on a kitchen table became something I couldn't stop. The pours, the pigments, the way gold leaf catches the light — it all spoke to something deep in me.

Trayz N' Beyond was born from that moment. A brand built on the belief that your home deserves more than mass-produced accessories — it deserves something made with intention, crafted by hand, and designed to last.

The Craft Behind Every Piece

Every tray, coaster, and bar accessory I make is handcrafted to order in my Knoxville studio using premium epoxy resin. No two pieces are exactly alike. The resin is mixed, poured, and cured by hand — a process that takes time, focus, and deep attention to detail.

That attention to detail isn't accidental. I live with ADHD — a condition that brings real challenges, but also the gift of hyperfocus. When I'm in the studio, I am fully in the studio. Every bubble, every pigment shift, every line is noticed and addressed. That's not a business strategy — that's just how my brain works. And it's baked into every piece I make.

Design Is the Difference

Most resin makers learn color and composition by feel. I learned it in a classroom — and then spent 25+ years refining it. My graphic design background means every piece is considered before it's poured: the color relationships, the visual weight, the way a finished piece will look in a real space. That's not something you can replicate with a mold and a YouTube tutorial.

When you buy from Trayz N' Beyond, you're not just buying a resin tray. You're buying the result of a lifetime of design thinking applied to a handmade craft.

More Than a Brand

Trayz N' Beyond is more than a product line. It's a standard — for craftsmanship, for design, for the belief that everyday moments deserve to be beautiful. Whether it's a whiskey showcase set on your home bar, a flight tray for a special occasion, or a custom piece made just for you, every creation is built to make a statement and stand the test of time.

I also offer fully customized orders for those who want something truly one-of-a-kind. Learn more about custom orders →

Thank you for being here. It means everything.

— Erick Owens, Maker & Founder, Trayz N' Beyond 👏🏿

✶ "Got this as a Christmas gift and honestly wasn't expecting much. But when it arrived I was like… wow. Super nice, way better in person. Already got compliments on it."
— Derrick N. ★★★★★

Trayz N' Beyond studio — handcrafted epoxy resin tray surrounded by premium pigments, tools, and finished pieces

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