The process of developing a new design is a long one. A period of teaching is facilitating time to allow new ideas to emerge. This starts with a sense of something that percolates in my mind for some time before I am ready to start rough sketches and models. There is nothing polished about this, …
This is a modified version of a design developed for my own home many years ago. I see it as a transitional design on its way to something more. It works well as an occasional piece. It can be perched on rather than sat in and I see it as a feature for a hall, …
This design develops a ladder back carver which features on the case studies side bar to the chairs page on the main website. This is a laminated slat back version which is higher and gives more lumbar support. It is part of a collection of pieces I am making for an exhibition with the Hampshire …
I have contacted a number of furniture making friends in central Southern England who I can refer people to. They are all excellent designer makers who would be happy to hear from you if you have an enquiry. They are:- www.philipkoomen.co.uk www.colinnorgate.co.uk chrisrand@gmx.com www.brendandevitt-spooner.co.uk www.adfurniture.co.uk
I am now in my second full week of teaching down in Lyme Regis. As I am no longer able to take on new commissions, I am drawing up a shortlist of makers prepared to do work for new and existing clients. I will post this in a week or so but also will be …