Sebastian Blakeley

OUR STORY

I have been designing and making furniture for 40 years. My determination to be able to deliver to my clients, beautifully hand crafted, unique, personalised commissions, has lead me on a merry odyssey of learning. Design partnerships in Italy, Berlin and Spain have all added to my roots of British craftsmanship. Italy especially transformed my approach to designing and creating, in that every piece I design has to be able to break down into individual components, and these individual elements have to be a work of art in themselves. This approach, along with our specific natural oil finishes, results in the final piece of furniture, having a real life of its own. Tactile, sensual furniture’s that are beautifully hand crafted and guaranteed to be the design classics of future generations. 

My experience’s have taught me not only a deep respect for traditional craftsmanship, a knowledge of modern techniques and methods but also the importance of really respecting the planet and its finite resources. Any project starts with the sourcing of top quality timbers from managed forestry suppliers, top quality naturally tanned leathers, fine natural fibre fabrics and specialist natural oils.

Over the years I have had the great pleasure of working with hugely talented artists, specialists in the complimentary craft skills that we often use in our designs. CNC cut or cast non ferrous metal, top quality acrylic work, tubular steel work and super skilled upholsterers.   

This combination of our knowledge and skills together with the seasoned know-how of our network of highly skill professionals empowers us with the capability to conceive exceptional, one-of-a-kind furniture pieces that consistently transcend the expectations of my clients.