How we work

Initial Scope - an introductory chat followed by a first design meeting, with real-time sketching, to get a sense of your project and ambition; we develop a core specification against which we share an initial cost estimate.
Design - a 10% deposit starts the full design process. This is the exciting bit as we work together to bring your ideas to life, defining form, materials, finishes and details. Further sketches and then measured drawings are created to help you visualise the final result. 3D CAD visuals of your furniture and sample finishes are developed alongside a final cost for your sign-off.
Secure a Build Slot - we ask for a 30% payment of the total at this stage to lock your build slot in our calendar and to order materials.
Build - we ask for a further 30% once your project enters the workshop.
Delivery / Install - the balancing payment is requested just prior to delivery or install.

3D CAD development of a pair of bespoke freestanding wardrobe with 8 panel doors and curved edge detailing

Finished bespoke freestanding wardrobe with 8 panel doors curved edge detailing

Early concept sketch for a bespoke kitchen in Tottenham

3D CAD development of a double free standing wardrobe with bi-fold doors and interior hanging and drawers

A bespoke double free standing wardrobe with bi-fold doors and interior hanging and drawers

Sketch of a bespoke freestanding wardrobe with 8 panel doors and curved edge detailing

Our process is flexible depending on the project and complexity, but a typical programme looks like this.

Lead times are dependent on how many projects we have on at the Schoolhouse and the scale/complexity of your design. Whatever the size of your project, the sooner we chat the more likely we can secure a slot that meets your needs, whether this is for an individual piece of furniture or a full build/renovation.

As a guide, a kitchen project (which is usually the most involved) would be 20-24 weeks from the first conversation to delivery on site. Smaller projects and freestanding furniture can be much less, ranging from 4-12 weeks. If your need is more urgent, it’s always worth giving us a call to see what we can do.

Lead Times

Supply only or supply & fit

All prices are quoted excluding fitting and delivery; you can choose Supply Only or Supply & Fit. We test fit all our projects at the Schoolhouse for quality control, before disassembling into the core parts for transport.

We supply fitting instructions for those clients who have their own contractors on site. Most projects are designed to be installed by competent trades people.

We can provide a quote to fit in Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Kent, Essex, North and East London

Budgets

We have an open approach to costing. We work with you, advising at every stage of the design process. We never cut corners but always look for design solutions that offer value. Every client project is unique, so the following examples are for guidance.