FIXTURES & FINISHES
Bespoke v ready made: which is right for you?
Both bespoke furniture and ready-made pieces have their own set of benefits for self-builds – Selfbuilder & Homemaker speaks to two experts in the field to get their views on which way to go
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“Bespoke furniture is a great option if you’re looking for something that’s unique to your home,” comments Adam Brown, director at The Painted Furniture Company. “You may have a certain awkward space you’d like to fill, or a particular colour scheme in mind. Whatever you’re planning, going for a tailored option means your furniture fits your specifications exactly, without having to compromise.”
Having furniture that’s been made to measure means it can be completely customised to your requirements or style, explains Adam. “These designs can include highly efficient storage capabilities, be it concealing office equipment and wiring or including additional storage,” he says. “By looking at your own requirements, you can ensure that the piece of furniture fits precisely into your life and does exactly what you need it to. For example, if you have a huge shoe collection, why not ask about including a shoe rack within your wardrobe, or extra storage space underneath your bedframe?” Bespoke furniture can also be designed to match the specific space, no
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nce the walls are painted, the floors are laid and the wiring and plumbing is all finished, it’s time
to start thinking about what furniture will be decorating your new home. One of the first choices to be made when buying furniture is whether to commission a bespoke piece or buy a professionally- designed, readily-available item. Perhaps you’ve had a plan for your furnishings right from the beginning of the project, or perhaps seeing it come to life has given you reason to rethink your choices. Whatever stage you’re at, finding the perfect pieces of furniture to turn your house into a home can be as challenging as it is exciting.
matter how inaccessible or small. “This can be particularly useful in smaller spaces or rooms that are an unusual shape,” Adam continues. “Awkward nooks and crannies, like the spot under the stairs, might usually go unused but by commissioning a piece to its exact measurements, such as one of our low bookcases, you can turn it into
a practical and beautiful feature of your new home.”
Manufacturers of bespoke furniture can also offer various options when it comes to colour options etc. “Bespoke manufacturers can offer collections in bespoke sizes, along with a choice of colours and handles to make each design as personal as possible,” Adam
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