Business Details
40 Years
experience
Bespoke Kitchens and Furniture in Totnes, Devon
Kenneth Streat Furniture has been crafting bespoke wooden kitchens and furniture for over thirty years from a rural workshop in Devon. Our commitment to traditional craftsmanship ensures every piece is tailored to individual client needs, combining utility, proportion, and the natural beauty of sustainably sourced timber. We specialise in handmade kitchens with solid wood construction, avoiding MDF, and use premium materials like sustainable birch ply carcasses finished with Danish oil. Our joinery services cater to period properties, offering custom double-glazed sliding sash and casement windows.We also create durable indoor and outdoor furniture designed to last generations, including our signature Zen Benches for meditation. With a focus on personal service, we provide free consultations, detailed drawings, and quotations. Our work spans projects from lecterns at Dartington Great Hall to complex fitted kitchens with over thirty components. We prioritise transparency, competitive pricing, and meticulous attention to detail from design to installation.
Services
Kitchens
Bespoke Furniture
Joinery
Zen Benches
Outdoor Furniture
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of bespoke furniture and kitchen design experience
- Sustainable materials prioritised in all handmade constructions
- Personalised service from initial design to final installation
- Competitive pricing without compromising craftsmanship quality
- Specialist in period-appropriate joinery for heritage properties
What people say
Excellent craftsmanship
Perfect practical kitchen
Superbly finished
True craftsman
Looks a million dollars
Services
Bespoke Kitchens
Handmade solid wood kitchens tailored to individual spaces. We use sustainable materials with traditional joinery techniques, including brass hinges and premium drawer mechanisms. Our process ensures perfect functionality and aesthetic balance, with free design consultations and competitive pricing for high-end results.
Traditional Joinery
Specialist period-appropriate windows and doors for historic properties. We create double-glazed sliding sash and casement windows using traditional methods, maintaining historical accuracy while improving energy efficiency and durability through bespoke craftsmanship.
Bespoke Furniture
Individually crafted furniture pieces designed for specific spaces and functions. Using solid wood and traditional techniques, we create durable indoor and outdoor items that combine utility, proportion, and natural beauty, tailored to client requirements and budgets.
Zen Benches
Handmade meditation benches designed for comfort and longevity. These compact pieces use the same sustainable materials and craftsmanship as larger furniture, featuring adjustable angles for optimal posture during meditation practice.
Design Consultations
Free initial consultations for kitchen and furniture projects. We provide detailed drawings, material selections, and accurate quotations, ensuring clear communication and precise execution from concept to completed installation in both residential and commercial settings.
People
Kenneth Streat
Owner & Master Craftsman
Kenneth has been designing and making bespoke furniture for over 30 years. After seven years teaching English abroad and studying Buddhist meditation in India, he established his Devon workshop. His work combines global influences with traditional craftsmanship, creating pieces that balance utility, proportion, and natural beauty.
Questions
What types of kitchens do you specialise in?
We create solid wood kitchens using sustainable materials, avoiding MDF. Our designs incorporate traditional joinery techniques and premium components like German drawer slides.
Do you work on heritage or period properties?
Yes, we specialise in traditional joinery for period houses, including double-glazed sliding sash and casement windows tailored to historical accuracy.
How does your bespoke furniture process work?
We begin with free consultations to discuss your requirements, followed by detailed drawings and quotations. Each piece is handmade in our Devon workshop before professional installation.
Are your materials environmentally sustainable?
We prioritise sustainable birch ply carcasses and responsibly sourced timbers, finished with natural Danish oil to enhance longevity and environmental responsibility.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Devon, we undertake projects across the UK, including Worcestershire and other regions requiring specialist joinery or bespoke furniture.
What are Zen Benches?
Our Zen Benches are meditation stools designed for comfort and durability, crafted using the same traditional woodworking techniques as our larger furniture pieces.
