Working with Wood and Clay
ARCHITECT AND CRAFTSMAN
As an architect for over 30 years, every building Paul worked on was unique and required a fresh approach. He believed that it was important to listen to the site and its surroundings to produce buildings that respond to the brief.
Working at a much smaller scale, Paul now designs and makes furniture and kitchenware with the same level of attention to detail.
Where it all started
Looking for the natural shape in a piece of wood influenced Pauls designs and led to his first stool that looks a bit like a mushroom. The legs follow the line of a tree trunk and the stool top tapers out towards the edges to give a floating visual appearance whilst maintaining the strength of a thick seat.
Design Drawings
Hand drawn plans are used to refine design ideas that are then crafted to create unique pieces of furniture that respond to the clients individual requirements.
Using traditional architectural drawing techniques, design drawings are prepared by hand which allows the ideas to flow and follow the line of the grain and avoid being guided by the demands of a machines.
Working with wood
With complex natural shapes, ideas might be tested by building a half size mock up. This helps to learn about the best joints, resolve details, set up jigs and explore different build techniques.
The miniature versions of furniture designs are often popular and have become interesting pieces in their own right.
NOT EVERYTHING IS PERFECT
All the furniture is hand made and individually crafted. Hand tools are used and by making the best use of timber slabs that are not always free of knots and imperfections waste is minimised.
We hope you agree that this adds unique character to the work, but if in any way you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact Paul and he will always do his very best to resolve any issues.