Business Details
43 Years
experience
Bespoke Handmade Furniture in Canterbury
Established in 1983, Andrew Gibbens Furniture has built a reputation for crafting exceptional bespoke furniture that combines traditional craftsmanship with innovative design. Our skilled team specialises in creating both freestanding and fitted pieces tailored to individual client requirements, utilising a diverse range of materials from European oak to exotic hardwoods. With a 500m state-of-the-art facility and decades of experience, we serve private clients, architects, and interior designers across the UK, Europe, and internationally.Our commitment to quality is evident in every detail, from intricate joinery work to the careful selection of finishes that enhance natural wood textures. We pride ourselves on transforming unique visions into reality, whether for single pieces or complete room commissions, ensuring each creation reflects the client's personal style and functional needs.
Services
Bespoke Fitted Furniture
Handmade Kitchen Cabinets
Handmade Bedroom Furniture
Bespoke Garden Furniture
Handmade Wooden Joinery
Custom Woodwork
Freestanding Storage Solutions
Fitted Storage Systems
Marine Furniture Refits
Oddity Wood Creations
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in bespoke furniture design and manufacturing
- Our team of expert craftsmen specialises in both traditional and exotic materials
- We offer fully tailored solutions for private clients, architects, and designers
- We utilise a combination of heritage techniques and modern innovation
- We deliver complete project management for complex commissions
What people say
MAGNIFICENT
Thrilled to bits
Outstanding expertise
Quite excellent
Skills are outstanding
Services
Bespoke Fitted Furniture
We create fully customised fitted furniture solutions that maximise space and functionality. Our craftsmen design and install wall-to-wall libraries, walk-in wardrobes, and integrated storage systems tailored to individual requirements. Each piece combines aesthetic appeal with practicality, using premium materials and traditional techniques to ensure lasting quality.
Handmade Kitchen Cabinets
Our kitchen cabinets combine timeless craftsmanship with modern functionality. Each design balances visual appeal with daily practicality, incorporating premium materials and innovative storage solutions. We ensure seamless integration with appliances while maintaining the unique character that distinguishes our handmade furniture.
Bespoke Garden Furniture
We craft durable garden furniture from high-quality hardwoods like teak, designed to withstand the elements while enhancing outdoor spaces. Each piece merges practicality with artistic design, creating unique outdoor environments that reflect the client's personal style and complement their property's architecture.
Handmade Wooden Joinery
Our joinery services extend beyond furniture to include windows, staircases, and architectural elements. Created by experienced furniture makers, these pieces maintain the same exacting standards of craftsmanship. We specialise in both traditional restoration work and contemporary designs for modern spaces.
Oddballs Custom Woodwork
We embrace unconventional projects that challenge traditional design boundaries. From quirky storage solutions to artistic installations, our team transforms unusual concepts into functional masterpieces. This service caters to clients seeking distinctive pieces that defy conventional furniture norms while maintaining our signature quality standards.
Questions
What types of furniture do you specialise in?
We create bespoke furniture across multiple categories including kitchens, bedrooms, storage solutions, garden furniture, and architectural joinery using both traditional and exotic materials.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we serve clients across Europe and have completed projects in New York, Paris, Milan, and Dubai with comprehensive project management support.
Can you handle unusual or complex commissions?
Our 'Oddballs' service specialises in unique, unconventional projects. Recent commissions include a didgeridoo stand and bespoke marine refits, demonstrating our creative problem-solving capabilities.
What materials do you use in your furniture?
We work with traditional woods like European oak and walnut alongside exotic materials such as Macassar ebony and serpent wood to create distinctive, high-quality pieces.
How does the commissioning process work?
We begin with an initial consultation to understand your requirements, followed by design development and material selection, with regular updates throughout the 500m² workshop production process.
