Business Details
Crafting Bespoke Furniture for Your Home
Established by Chris Thompson, Furniture by Design is a Stroud-based artisan practice specialising in bespoke furniture creation. With decades of experience, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern design principles to produce unique, high-quality pieces tailored to individual client needs. Our approach prioritises ethical sourcing of British hardwoods, ensuring each project respects the material's natural character while meeting functional requirements. We engage clients throughout the design process, from initial consultation to final installation, guaranteeing satisfaction at every stage. Our portfolio spans residential and commercial projects across Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds, including custom bookshelves, kitchen cabinetry, and statement furniture pieces.Recognised for precision work in listed buildings and challenging spaces, we maintain a commitment to sustainability and provenance. Client testimonials highlight our reliability, creative problem-solving, and ability to exceed expectations through meticulous attention to detail. As a one-to-one service, we ensure direct communication with the craftsman behind each project, offering transparent pricing and fixed timelines. Our work has transformed historic properties and contemporary homes alike, blending seamlessly with existing interiors while showcasing the inherent beauty of timber. We take pride in creating furniture that becomes a lasting legacy, combining artistic vision with practical functionality for discerning clients.
Services
Bespoke bookshelves
Custom wardrobes
Kitchen cabinetry
Statement furniture
Period property restoration
Office furniture
Display cabinets
Bedroom furniture
Outdoor timber structures
Timber door installation
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of bespoke furniture-making experience
- Our team uses ethically sourced British hardwoods with full provenance
- We provide full client consultation from concept to completion
- Our work meets exacting standards in listed buildings and period properties
- We guarantee fixed pricing and project timelines
What people say
Superb quality workmanship
Exceeded expectations
Meticulous attention to detail
Creative problem-solving
Excellent communication
Services
Bespoke bookshelves
Crafting tailored bookshelves that maximise space efficiency while showcasing natural wood grain. Each design considers room architecture and client storage needs. Our precision engineering ensures perfect integration with existing interiors.
Period property restoration
Specialist restoration work for listed buildings using traditional techniques and matching original materials. We recreate historic woodwork details with meticulous accuracy while meeting modern standards.
Kitchen cabinetry
Designing and installing bespoke kitchen storage solutions that combine functionality with aesthetic appeal. We use durable hardwoods tailored to client workflow requirements and interior design schemes.
Statement furniture
Creating unique centrepiece furniture that showcases wood's natural beauty. Each piece incorporates artistic design elements while maintaining structural integrity and practicality for everyday use.
Timber door installation
Crafting and fitting custom timber doors that enhance property security and insulation. We offer traditional joinery techniques with modern performance improvements for both internal and external applications.
People
Chris Thompson
Owner & Master Craftsman
With over 25 years' experience, Chris combines traditional carpentry skills with innovative design. He personally oversees every project, ensuring exceptional quality and client satisfaction through direct communication and meticulous attention to detail.
Questions
What types of furniture do you specialise in?
We create bespoke wooden furniture for both residential and commercial spaces, including bookshelves, wardrobes, kitchen cabinetry, and statement pieces using traditional craftsmanship techniques.
Do you work with period properties?
Yes, we have extensive experience restoring and creating furniture for listed buildings, maintaining historical accuracy while incorporating modern functionality.
How do you source your materials?
We prioritise ethically sourced British hardwoods with full provenance, ensuring sustainability while preserving each timber's natural character.
What areas do you cover?
Based in Stroud, we serve Gloucestershire, the Cotswolds, and surrounding areas including Highworth, Cirencester, and Slimbridge.
How does the design process work?
We begin with a consultation to understand your needs, followed by site measurements, material selection, and design proposals before crafting your bespoke furniture.
Can you match existing furniture styles?
Yes, we specialise in creating pieces that seamlessly integrate with existing interiors, whether modern or traditional, using careful replication techniques.
Reviews (1)
Mary Smith
Jan 27, 2021
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Chris Thompson is an excellent carpenter and designer. He has just finished making us a bookcase and a kitchen corner cabinet both in oak. We are delighted with the results. He shows initiative and comes up with creative suggestions and he is a pleasure to work with.
