I’m on a bit of a mission to show people the value of handcrafted furniture by creating pieces that are delightfully comfortable with an enduring aesthetic and quality. Each chair I make is part of a growing protest against throwaway culture, one that’s made to be used, cherished and passed down to your loved ones. And as handcrafted things so often do, perhaps they will spark some interest in sustainability, creativity or making things by hand.

The wood I co-create with is chosen with deep respect for the environment. Every material carries a history, and with that comes a responsibility to make thoughtful choices for the sake of future generations.

I source my timbers locally, working with arborists and small timber millers, using trees that have been felled for necessary reasons. By avoiding large, disconnected supply chains, I remain close to the origin of my material, how it grew, where it stood, and why it was brought down.

This closeness shapes the way I work. It deepens my relationship with the wood and, I believe, leaves a quiet presence in each chair.

The pieces are carefully shaped by hand, without a single screw or nail. Traditional techniques ensure each joint is seamless, strong, and built to last generations.

This compliments the character, durability, and natural beauty of the wood and final product. From the elegant Australian Cedar to the warm, rich tones of Blackwood, and the deep flecks of Silky Oak, every piece carries its own story in grain and texture. Working in this way allows me to honour the inherent qualities of the material, shaping each chair in a way that highlights its strength, warmth, and individuality.

In a world that urges us to move faster and produce more, it’s easy to forget the things that cannot be sped up… where patience, skill, and timeless objects are made.

From splitting logs into chair parts by hand, shaving spindles, bows and crests from greenwood on a self-made shavehorse. To steam bending, turning the legs, stretchers, arm posts and back posts, traditionally drilling mortises using the mirror technique, carving and shaping the seat with a scorp, drawknife, spokeshaves and travishers, every chair is made unrushed with love, passion.

Great furniture begins long before the wood is shaped. It begins in the land. On our family farm, Embracing regenerative farming practices, working with soil, trees, animals, and the wider ecosystem. It reminds me that renewal comes from care and respect, and that what is taken must be balanced by what is given back.

My design approach begins within the Windsor tradition, a form celebrated for its strength, simplicity, and quiet elegance. I’m drawn to its honesty; each joint, curve, and line serves a purpose. From this foundation, skill and freedom emerge, allowing me to explore what the mind imagines, make subtle adjustments, refine proportions, and let each detail find its voice, resulting in pieces that feel both familiar and distinctly my own, yet are shaped to harmonize with the people and the spaces the chair is intended for.

Chairs are finished naturally, highlighting the timber’s inherent warmth and character, or complemented with colour, sometimes a combination of both. The choice of finish becomes part of the design, enhancing the form, texture, and details of each piece, while also celebrating both the material and the craftsmanship. Natural oils and waxes nourish the timber, protect it, and bring out its warmth and colour, leaving a finish that feels alive to the touch and deepens over the years, allowing each chair to age gracefully while maintaining its presence and personality.

Milk Paint
In keeping with tradition, I often use Milk Paint, a material that has been used for centuries for its versatility, durability, and natural qualities. Applied thinly, it penetrates the timber’s pores rather than sitting on the surface, preserving the grain while subtly enhancing texture, lines, and tool marks. This earthy finish adds depth without masking the wood’s natural beauty, giving each piece a quiet, enduring character that develops a beautiful patina with time and use.