Next Tuesday, October 10th I will be taking part in a live auction on instagram @heliconiafurniture to raise funds for Hurricane victims in Puerto Rico. The initiative started with Puerto Rican born María Gómez from @byronandgomez furniture. Other great makers involved
@byronandgomez
@downsworks
@heliconiafurniture
@sueparaskeva
@melissamontaguemetalsmith
@willelworthyfurniture
@temperstudio
@headandhaft
@rhmbfurniture
@alexanderdesigns814
@gmckonly
@brook_studio
@elviraconty
@johneadon1
@jackypuzey
@arjanvandal_ceramics
@formfunctiondesign
@kate_colin_design
@heatherscottdesign
@zachlaperriere
@jbowyer_furniture
@nativeboards
New #table in #london #lacewood #craftsman #furniture #contemporary
New tripod #stool with pegged lap joint New tripod #stool with pegged lap joint #furniture #contemporary #lacewood
The legs of Version 3 of this tripod stool has a pegged lap joint, the motice holes for each joining component are drilled in staggered from each other so when the tenon peg is hammered in, the three components are drawn together tightly.
#wood chippings are off to a gardener friend to use as mulch #bespoke #furniture #design #craftsman #ukmade
The wood chippings from my combination planer pile up and up but fortunately I have a friend with a gardening business who uses the chippings as mulch around plants. I do have a backlog of offcuts from the saw that are perfect for indoor fires or garden chimineas if anyone would like a bag!
#elephantparkproject highly commended at #treeoscars #wood #bespoke #handmade #craftsman
Elephantparkproject highly commended at #treeoscars #southbank #wood #bespoke #handmade #craftsman #cabinetmaking #design #furnituremaker https://t.co/pL0PA1OuGi
#handtools are only way to finish #Lacewood #LondonPlane #bespoke #furniture #design #contemporary #ukmade #luxury
Hand tools really are the only way to finely finish Lacewood and other difficult timbers where the grain can go in several directions at once.
#table frame looking sharp #bespoke #handmade #furniture #design #contemporary #ukmade #luxury
Table leg frame for new Lacewood coffee table looking sharp
Great feedback from happy customers
Revolving Bookcase with glass top
We are over the moon with our new revolving bookcase. This was our first experience of having any bespoke furniture made, (we were initially daunted by the potential complexity and cost) but Chris really helped to bring our rough ideas to life and within a budget that was suitable.
We were also really impressed with his knowledge of materials and construction techniques, which then enabled us to be guided through the whole process and turned it into a really exciting project.
We were keen to get the finished piece prior to Christmas (so we could show her off to friends and family!) and Chris delivered as promised. We now have a unique piece of furniture that will last forever. Highly recommended.
Marc & Eleanor
Surbiton, Surrey
CLERKENWELL DESIGN WEEK
Great fun at this year's #clarkenwelldesignweek a real shame there is no Farmiloe building this year.
Apart from the great woodcarver down in basement of St John's and a few makers in the dungeon there is less craft based stuff and less woodwork generally. Have the exhibition coats gone up? Lots of Danish and Italian firms selling office stuff.
@clerkenwelldesignweek wood #luxurylife #bespoke #handmade #homedecor #craftsman #artisan #furniture #cabinetmaking #design #furnituremaker #finewoodworking #handcraft #craft #craftsmanship #contemporary #furnituredesigner #ukmade #luxuryfurniture
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#Arts&crafts #Morris chair - Arts & Crafts Settle #furniture
We spent eight years looking for the right sofa for our awkward lounge & then Heliconia was recommended to us.
Chris visited our home to measure and see the space. He then navigated around some red herrings that we provided in our brief, guiding us towards the best design. The final price was surprisingly reasonable considering the quality of materials, craftsmanship and bespoke design.
We could easily have paid the same in high street for something far less suitable. The final design is the perfect style for our Arts and Crafts home. Chris even met the challenge of getting the settle through our narrow front door. The settle is both beautiful and functional and it has transformed our home. It is lovely to think that it will last a lifetime.
Mr & Mrs Loasby
North London
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Galley Dining Table - Foal
We contacted Chris because we recognised the high quality craftsmanship in his work. We had an idea of what we wanted, and by working with him, we were able to realise a perfect design. Chris's approach in collaborating with us enabled a greater level of creativity and resulted in a unique and beautiful object (the Foal Table).
His attention to detail in refining and realising the design was intrinsic to the process. He made maquettes and he wasn't satisfied until we were all happy with the design. He also spent time helping us choose the right wood. The finished table exceeded our expectations and the Foal has become a prized piece of furniture.
Erica Sciolti
Canonbury, London N1
Lacewood Dressing Table
#lacewood dressing table starts to show its colours with the golden flicker of the #quartersawn #londonplane boards. The trick is trying to match the wildly different tones and colours, and the direction and figures of #grain.
#Dressingtable #vanitytable #Bedroom #wood #luxurylife #bespoke #handmade #homedecor #craftsman #artisan #furniture #cabinetmaking #design #furnituremaker #finewoodworking #craftsmanship #contemporary #furnituredesigner #ukmade #luxuryfurniture #luxurious
Spalted Lacewood Coffee table #9
#LondonPlane #Coffeetable prototype is complete & looking slight and unassuming in the morning sun. The #spalting frame looks great but the top is dull and muddied. A new vibrant, tigerish #lacewood top is needed.
#luxurylife #bespoke #handmade #homedecor #craftsman #artisan #furniture #cabinetmaking #design #furnituremaker #finewoodworking #craftsmanship #contemporary #furnituredesigner #ukmade #luxuryfurniture #luxurious
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Writing Desk in walnut and maple
I met Chris when he was exhibiting his cocktail cabinet at MADE London crafts fair at One Marylebone. The cabinet is a true "object of desire" - I love the design, workmanship and the aesthetic appeal. I had no space for a cabinet but picked up a business card after chatting to Chris and knew exactly who I wanted to commission to design a desk a few months later.
Chris is a pleasure to deal with and he spared no effort in the design stage and was not at all pushy in the process. It was apparent that he takes great pride in his work and in delighting his clients. The end result has surpassed my expectations and I love the fact that a photographic storyboard illustrates the creative journey.
Joanna Thompson
London
Lacewood Dressing Table
Next Project is a #lacewood dresser with a touch of Luxe. We start with a very expensive floor of #quartersawn #londonplane boards.
#Dressingtable #vanitytable #Bedroom #wood #luxurylife #bespoke #handmade #homedecor #craftsman #artisan #furniture #cabinetmaking #design #furnituremaker #finewoodworking #craftsmanship #contemporary #furnituredesigner #ukmade #luxuryfurniture #luxurious
Spalted Lacewood Coffee table #8
Leg frame of the #LondonPlane #Coffeetable has two coats of regular Osmo to bring out the rich complexity of the #spalting whilst the fine #lacewood top is finished with Osmo Raw.
#luxurylife #bespoke #handmade #homedecor #craftsman #artisan #furniture #cabinetmaking #design #furnituremaker #finewoodworking #craftsmanship #contemporary #furnituredesigner #ukmade #luxuryfurniture #luxurious
Great feedback from happy customers
Fitted wardrobe and bedroom chest of drawers
I was delighted to work with Chris to commission a number of pieces for my house bringing both design and manufacturing ideas together with the vision I had for the overall look and feel for various rooms. My son is delighted with his bedroom wall unit and my wife loves the natural look to the bedside drawers that have been made by Chris.
Chris also designed made and installed the hall console table and mirror in a very tight space-it looks great in Walnut and steel which complement the other materials used in the hallway."
Luke Joannou
Hadley Wood, Barnet
Spalted Lacewood Coffee table #7
#spalted leg frame for #LondonPlane #Lacewood #coffeetable is planed, scraped & sanded & ready for oil.
Spalted Lacewood Coffeetable #6
My #coffeetable in #spalted #LondonPlane & #Lacewood has been reduced to the smallest of components and whilst its strength has yet to be tested, its tiny limbs could certainly have done with more localised cramping. Too much play....
More great feedback from happy customers
Walnut Cabinet with carved doors
I commissioned Chris in 2013 to create a cabinet to complement the Arts & Crafts period features of our sitting room.
I was impressed with how he interpreted the brief and took cues from the room to create a range of quite different designs for us to consider. As an amateur woodworker myself, I thoroughly enjoyed the subsequent development process, which was made fun by Chris' relaxed and collaborative approach.
The final piece sits beautifully in the room, echoing the design of the fireplace. We are delighted with the quality of the materials and the craftsmanship and I have no hesitation in recommending Chris for bespoke furniture commissions.
Peter Vernon
London