Recipient of a Crafts Council Setting-Up grant.
A bespoke piece of furniture is the product of a close and creative collaboration between designer and client. The input the client makes to the final piece of furniture cannot be overstated - a successful commission reflects the character, tastes and lifestyle of its new owner.
An initial free discussion between designer and client takes place, usually in the intended location for the piece. Its aim is to define the function of the piece and establish dimensional constraints and specifications, and to discuss the desired overall look and feel of the piece. Typically, the conversation may involve other pieces in the designer's portfolio, the décor of the room and any other objects which may help to identify the client's tastes in terms of style, form and materials. The budget range will also be discussed and a brief established which will guide the design process.
This initial brief is then developed into design concepts in the form of perspective sketches and hard-line CAD drawings which, accompanied
by relevant material samples, are presented and discussed with the client in order to focus on and develop the most appropriate concept.
Once the favoured design has been agreed and all specific details discussed, the next step is to refine the final working drawings to show all relevant design details. This is accompanied by a full written description of the project and a firm cost estimate. Payment of a deposit secures a slot in the production schedule with the balance payable on delivery.
© Christopher Hughes 2018
Christopher Hughes Furniture
3rd Floor 231 The Vale
London W3 7QS
0208 743 8182 or 07984 742046
christopher.hughes@easynet.co.uk
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