From Design to Install: Inside the Bespoke Joinery Process

Bespoke joinery is about more than just creating furniture. It’s about designing pieces that are perfectly tailored to your home, your lifestyle, and the architecture of your property.

At Cochrane Bespoke, we guide clients through every stage of the journey, ensuring the finished work feels both personal and built to last.

The First Consultation

Every bespoke project begins with a conversation. During this initial meeting, we take the time to understand your vision, how you live, and what you need the joinery to achieve. Whether it’s a full home of cabinetry, a kitchen, or a single fitted wardrobe, this stage sets the foundation for the design and budget.

Site Survey and Concept Development

The next step is a detailed site survey. Accurate measurements and a close look at the architectural details allow us to design pieces that feel like part of the building, not additions to it. From there, we develop concept drawings and layouts, giving you a clear sense of how the finished joinery will look and function in the space.

Refining the Design

Bespoke means every detail is considered. Together with you, your designer, or architect, we refine the drawings and specifications, choosing materials, finishes, hardware, and lighting integration.

Whether it’s selecting a hardwood that will age beautifully, a veneer that complements your interiors, or bespoke ironmongery, each choice plays a role in the character of the finished piece.

Crafting in the Workshop

Once approved, your joinery moves into our workshop. This is where design becomes reality. Our team of skilled craftsmen combine traditional techniques with modern precision tools to create joinery that is both robust and finely detailed. Every cut, joint, and finish is checked for accuracy, ensuring the highest quality before it ever reaches your home.

Installation on Site

The final stage is installation. This is where everything comes together. Our installers work with absolute precision so that cabinetry, panelling, or fitted furniture aligns perfectly with walls, floors, and ceilings. Small adjustments are made on site to guarantee a seamless finish, ensuring that your joinery feels like a natural part of the property.

Why This Process Matters

Bespoke joinery is an investment in your home. By following a clear and collaborative process, we minimise unexpected costs, avoid delays, and ensure that the end result reflects both your vision and the architectural character of the property.

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Key Takeaways

• Tailored approach – every project begins with your lifestyle and requirements.

• Accuracy at every stage – detailed surveys and drawings remove guesswork.

• Choice of materials – high-quality timbers, veneers, and finishes built to last.

• Craftsmanship you can trust – a balance of traditional skills and modern precision.

• Seamless installation – ensuring the joinery feels integral to your home.

At Cochrane Bespoke, we deliver handcrafted joinery across London and the UK, from one-off pieces to full house installations. Our process is designed to make bespoke joinery feel effortless—guiding you from the first idea to the final fitting with care, precision, and creativity.