Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Crafting Bespoke Furniture with Expertise
Established in 1913, our company has built a reputation for crafting exceptional bespoke furniture that combines traditional craftsmanship with innovative techniques. Our team of skilled artisans brings decades of collective experience to every project, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and unwavering quality standards. We specialise in creating unique pieces for high-end residential, hospitality, and private member club projects, working closely with designers to realise their creative visions. Sustainability is integral to our practice, from sourcing local materials to repurposing existing furniture and utilising renewable energy in our workshop. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our 10-year product guarantee and lifetime care promise, reflecting our confidence in both our workmanship and client relationships.With a heritage rooted in fine art framing, we continue to evolve while maintaining our core values of honesty, technical expertise, and transparent communication. Our workshop in Sussex serves as both a creative hub and production facility, housing diverse capabilities including veneering, gilding, carpentry, and advanced technologies like laser cutting. We prioritise value engineering to ensure projects remain on time and budget without compromising quality, while our partnerships with local suppliers reinforce our dedication to community and environmental responsibility. This balanced approach has earned us long-standing trust from industry professionals and private clients alike.
Services
Bespoke Furniture
Gilding
Veneering
Upholstery
Carpentry
Laser Cutting
Woodworking
Finishing
Technology Integration
Sustainable Design
Details
- Year established: 1913
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of heritage in Sussex-based furniture craftsmanship
- Combines traditional techniques with modern technologies like laser cutting
- Offers 10-year product guarantee and lifetime care promise
- Specialises in value engineering for cost-effective solutions
- Maintains sustainable practices through local sourcing and waste reduction
What people say
Excellent design solutions
Seamless integration with suppliers
Confidence in expertise
Attention to detail
Reliable delivery
Services
Bespoke Furniture
We create unique, handcrafted furniture tailored to client specifications. Our process combines traditional techniques with modern technology to produce durable, high-quality pieces. Each item receives individual attention from design to completion, ensuring it meets both aesthetic and functional requirements while maintaining our 10-year guarantee standards.
Gilding
Our specialist gilding service applies gold, silver, and bronze finishes to furniture elements. Drawing from our framing heritage, we use traditional methods to add sophisticated decorative touches. The process includes surface preparation, adhesive application, and careful leafing to achieve flawless metallic finishes that enhance the overall design.
Veneering
We apply premium veneers to furniture surfaces using advanced techniques. Our expertise includes matching grain patterns and creating bespoke designs. The process involves careful selection of materials, precise cutting, and application using our custom vacuum press system to ensure perfect adhesion on both flat and curved surfaces.
Upholstery
Traditional upholstery services for chairs, sofas, and headboards are performed in-house. Our craftsmen use time-honoured methods with modern materials to ensure comfort and durability. Each piece receives hand-webbing, spring systems, and carefully selected fabrics or leathers tailored to the client's requirements.
Laser Cutting
Advanced laser cutting enables intricate detailing on wood and veneer surfaces. This technology allows us to create complex patterns and designs previously impossible with traditional methods. The process maintains material integrity while achieving exceptional precision for decorative elements in bespoke furniture pieces.
People
Carl Tanous
Co-Owner
Carl Tanous co-owns the family business, overseeing operations and maintaining the legacy of craftsmanship established in 1913. With extensive industry experience, he ensures the company continues to deliver bespoke furniture solutions while embracing modern techniques and sustainability practices.
Tanya Tanous
Co-Owner
Tanya Tanous co-runs the family business, bringing expertise in design and client relations. She plays a key role in maintaining the company's heritage while ensuring it adapts to contemporary demands. Her focus on quality and customer satisfaction helps maintain the firm's reputation for excellence.
Bob
Master Gilder
Bob has been with the company for 25 years, specialising in gilding and detailed finishing work. His expertise in traditional techniques contributes significantly to the company's distinctive designs. Outside work, he maintains a passion for bonsai trees and bird-watching, which the team accommodates with a dedicated observation station.
Questions
What types of furniture do you specialise in?
We create bespoke furniture for residential and commercial projects, including dining tables, wardrobes, headboards, and custom cabinetry. Our expertise covers both traditional and contemporary designs.
How do you ensure quality in your work?
All pieces undergo rigorous quality checks by our experienced craftsmen. We combine traditional techniques with modern technology, and every item carries our 10-year guarantee.
Can you work with existing furniture?
Yes, we offer restoration and adaptation services to update or repurpose existing pieces, helping reduce waste while preserving valuable items with new functionality.
What materials do you use?
We primarily use locally sourced wood and veneers, but also work with metals, stone, and laminates. Our material selection balances quality, sustainability, and design requirements.
How do you incorporate technology into furniture?
We integrate modern technology like hidden charging ports in bedside tables and use advanced tools such as laser cutters for intricate detailing while maintaining traditional craftsmanship.
