Start with an image desired by the customer.
Make sure all dark sections connect to each other; I would hate things falling off.
Digitize into a DXF format for Laser cutting.

Price out Laser cutting for the client, informing them IF they want it within two days, it costs more.

Next, select oak boards, cut to size
Add some walnut inlays
Glue all together
Sand smooth
Chamfer the edges

Nice Coat of Wood Sealer

Laser-engrave custom inscription in-house

Mount Metal with standoffs
Mount laser engraved inscription
All done in 2.5 days.