Business Details
33 Years
experience
Crafting Bespoke Furniture & Lighting in St Albans
Novita Furniture Design, under the leadership of Isaac Sellam, has been crafting bespoke furniture and providing reupholstery services for over three decades. Our workshop in St Albans, Hertfordshire, serves as the heart of our operations, where we combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design to meet the unique needs of our clients. Specialising in hand-crafted furniture for both private individuals and interior designers across London and beyond, we prioritise meticulous attention to detail and the use of premium materials. Our reupholstery service extends the life of cherished pieces, employing techniques that preserve structural integrity while refreshing aesthetics.Isaac Sellam, also a contemporary artist, infuses artistic sensibility into every creation, ensuring each item is both functional and visually striking. Client testimonials highlight our commitment to quality, with bespoke desks, sofas, and tables praised for their elegance and durability. We maintain transparency in communication, offering clear timelines and costs, and pride ourselves on transforming client visions into tangible, enduring works of art.
Services
Bespoke Furniture
Reupholstery Service
Contemporary Lighting
Artistic Collages
Custom Upholstery
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of expertise in bespoke furniture design and reupholstery.
- Our team combines artistic vision with technical precision for unique creations.
- We prioritise client collaboration, ensuring designs align with individual needs.
- Our workshop guarantees meticulous attention to detail in every project.
- Positive client testimonials highlight our reliability and exceptional craftsmanship.
What people say
Beautiful furniture
Excellent craftsmanship
Prompt delivery
Artistic flair
Personalised service
Services
Bespoke Furniture
We design and craft made-to-order furniture tailored to client specifications, using materials like solid oak, walnut, and brass. Each piece is hand-finished in our St Albans workshop, ensuring durability and aesthetic precision. Clients receive detailed consultations to align designs with their spatial and stylistic requirements.
Reupholstery Service
Our reupholstery process restores furniture by replacing worn components while preserving original structures. We handle classic and modern pieces, offering fabric selection, buttoning, and piping details. Items are collected and returned post-restoration, ensuring minimal client effort.
Contemporary Lighting
We create bespoke wooden pendant lights and copper fixtures, available in bespoke sizes. Designs focus on blending functionality with artistic flair, serving both residential and commercial spaces seeking unique illumination solutions.
People
Isaac Sellam
Director & Lead Designer
Isaac Sellam, a contemporary artist and furniture designer, has led Novita Furniture Design for over 30 years. His work merges artistic expression with functional design, producing bespoke pieces celebrated for their craftsmanship and innovation.
Helen
Client Liaison
Helen manages client communications, ensuring seamless project execution from consultation to delivery. Her attentive approach has earned consistent praise for fostering trust and clarity in bespoke furniture commissions.
Questions
What types of bespoke furniture do you create?
We specialise in made-to-order tables, desks, sofas, and lighting, tailored to client preferences in material, size, and design.
Can you reupholster antique furniture?
Yes, we restore both modern and classic pieces, preserving structural integrity while updating fabrics and finishes.
How long does a bespoke commission take?
Timelines vary by complexity but typically range from four to eight weeks, with clear milestones communicated upfront.
Do you work with interior designers?
Yes, we collaborate closely with designers to realise client visions, ensuring seamless integration with broader project plans.
Are your lighting fixtures customisable?
Our wooden and copper pendant lights can be tailored in size and finish to suit specific interiors.
Reviews (5)
Lesley Moss
Jan 03, 2019
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I'm delighted with my two little stools. They are upholstered in grey and go perfectly with my room but most importantly they are so comfortable. I use one for working at my desk and the other at my keyboard. I wanted something which would be less obtrusive than my old desk chair but still work well and your stool exactly fits the bill. Thank you!
Brooke Copp-Barton
Dec 01, 2018
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Isaac is a master craftsman and I have been delighted with the furniture Novita have made for some of my client projects. Ranging from deep buttoned sofas to marble coffee tables, I have found the furniture to be excellent quality - and totally tailored to my spec. I look forward to working with them again soon.
Joan Crowley
Nov 26, 2018
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My partner and I were looking for a couch for our new flat and wanted something timeless and a little bit special. Isaac was a pleasure to work with throughout the design process, he is a true creative and really understood what we were looking for. We are absolutely thrilled with our stunning saffron velvet couch. Although practical, its a feature in our home and is constantly complimented by our guests. I would wholly recommend Novita to anybody looking for furniture of high quality workmanship and creative flair.
Ashley Dartnell
Oct 16, 2018
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I purchased a beautiful coffee table and four upholstered chairs from novita and i am extremely happy with all. The table is STUNNING!!! and extremely well crafted and the chairs are comfortable and very attractive and of the highest quality. Highly recommend!
Marci Thiel
Aug 24, 2018
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Novita has made a chair, a desk and two bedside tables for me - all beautifully built on time and to specification. Isaac and Helen are a delight to work with and I highly recommend them to anyone who likes beautiful things.
