February 2025
I’m just back in from a wonderful drive out to the Peak District where my favourite timber yard is based.
In an enormous barn right next to some oinking pigs and mooing cows is the greatest selection of English Oak you will ever see.
I’m just about to start on a larger commissioned version of my signature piece Hundert’s Cabinet (destination New York, again!). So I’ve bought a whole load of Oak including extra for any future orders coming up.
I’ll be sure to keep you updated with its progress as it goes along. It’s really fantastic to see this piece continue to gain in popularity.
On the business side of things, I’m trialling out a new style of newsletter, take a look around and let me know what you think!
Daydreaming of a New Interior?
As we find ourselves squarely in the deep mid-winter, it’s pretty safe to assume that many of us are spending a lot of time daydreaming.
There’s a sense of spaciousness that comes with the fresh blank page of the calendar year, and the stark silhouette of the leafless branches swaying in the winter wind outside has us reaching for the colour swatch. And hopefully, too, you might find some financial relief in these early months, having gotten through the social obligations and Christmas celebrations that allow our attention to turn inward.
For some, that might mean browsing holidays in hot countries. Or, after spending so much time holed up in our homes, we could be re-examining each wall, each light fitting, and each piece of furniture with fresh eyes, looking to see what’s going to be next in line for a refresh.
Whether you are busy ringing up tradesmen to tear down some walls, deciding to make the most of what you have or are actively on the lookout for a new home, there are some things you can get started with right away. And you may have guessed it, but furniture shopping is like the new capsule wardrobe. Think of it this way: a capsule wardrobe focuses on a few key pieces that can be mixed and matched for endless stylish combinations. Similarly, investing in well-crafted, bespoke furniture allows you to create a cohesive and personalised living space that reflects your unique style.
Maybe you are dreaming up a bold new colour, or perhaps it’s time to throw out the ill-fitted furniture for something that’s built to last. Unlike mass-produced furniture that might last a few years, bespoke pieces are built to last generations. You choose the materials, the design, and the finish, ensuring that every piece perfectly complements your home and lifestyle. It's an investment in quality, sustainability, and a truly unique living space.
Ready to start creating your dream interior?
Check out some of my recent commissions for inspiration, like the Hundertwasser’s Cabinet or the English Oak Round Side Table.
This unique piece is both side table and stool, using the highest quality locally sourced quarter sawn English Oak, which gives it those fantastic ripples in the grain and also ensures the wood is supremely stable and strong. It is hard to find a higher quality wood in this country.
The hand rounded corners and flat bottom make it very easy to slide around, so you can use it to sit on, rest your book on or even tie your shoes on. You can also combine them to make flexible bench seating. If you are ordering more than one, please get in touch to discuss a discount before ordering.
This comes in at 40cm high, 40cm wide and 40 cm long.
Bespoke English Oak dressser and chest of drawers inspired by the artist Hundertwasser’s work. This special design uses shapes and textures inspired by nature to grant this piece fantastic character. The drawers are set deep to allow plentiful storage constructed with a mixture of English Oak and Birch ply. Functional in use, whilst stunning in appearance. The drawers run on traditional wooden runners although soft close hinges are of course possible. The handles are hand made out of Brown Oak, which offer a wonderful richness to the piece whilst also offering multiple ways of opening the drawers.
Hundertwasser is one of my favourite artists. A great environmentalist who hated the sight of ugly buildings. Much of his career was spent upgrading unloved buildings such as bland apartment buildings and even sewage works, turning them into exciting and colourful places. I took that concept and applied it to a chest of drawers.
All of the English Oak used in this piece is Quarter Sawn which grants these wonderfully ‘medullary rays’ which glimmer in the light. Not only do they look beautiful but Quarter Sawn Oak is also extremely stable and is the best cut off timber you can buy.
A piece I am most proud of that is sure to be treasured in your home for many generations.
Prices start at £3500
What I’ve been into lately…
📺 Watching: Nosferatu (2024) - it’s actually a bit boring and not very scary, I prefer the original.
🎙️Listening to: Arthur Russell's Love is Overtaking Me. This guy is a multi-talented musician making his one and only country album, its great music to drive to.
📖 Reading: Kevin Barry's The Heart in Winter, this is a really magical story set in gold rush America in the 19th century. It’s about two ill-fated lovers going on the run to San Francisco, beautifully written yet a nice easy read.