FAQs

  • Bespoke joinery is the art of creating furniture and cabinetry that is entirely tailored to your space, style, and lifestyle. Every element — from proportions and finishes to hidden functionality — is carefully considered, resulting in pieces that fit perfectly, enhance your interior, and provide enduring quality that mass-produced furniture cannot match

  • At OEK, we combine expert design with master craftsmanship to bring your bespoke vision to life. Every project is approached with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring a flawless fit, exceptional finish, and timeless style. Clients choose OEK because we deliver not just furniture, but refined, enduring pieces that transform spaces

  • We undertake a wide spectrum of projects, including residential, commercial, and trade commissions. We work directly with private clients to create bespoke kitchens, dressing rooms, libraries, wine cellars, and statement pieces, as well as with contractors and businesses on commercial joinery. Additionally, we collaborate seamlessly with architects and interior designers, ensuring that every project regardless of scale benefits from precise craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and a tailored approach to meet the client’s vision.

  • We offer a complimentary initial consultation. This is an opportunity to discuss your ideas, requirements, and budget in detail, before we prepare a tailored proposal for your consideration

  • We generally work within and around the M25, providing bespoke joinery and installation services to clients in London and the surrounding areas. We have successfully completed projects elsewhere in the country and are happy to discuss travel and logistics for commissions further afield

  • Simply contact us to arrange an initial consultation. We will discuss your vision, requirements, and space, before preparing a detailed proposal and design concept tailored to you. From first sketch to final installation, we provide a seamless and highly personalised service

  • Yes. Our in-house design team guides you through every stage, from concept sketches and material samples to detailed technical drawings and 3D visuals. For private clients, we offer a complete end-to-end service. For those working with architects or interior designers, we integrate seamlessly into the wider design process, ensuring every detail of the joinery enhances the overall vision.

  • Yes. All aspects of your project — design, production, finishing, and installation — are carried out by our own highly skilled team. This ensures absolute control over quality at every stage and a seamless experience from start to finish

  • Each commission is unique. As a guide, design development typically takes 2–6 weeks, with workshop production ranging from 4–16 weeks depending on complexity and scale. We provide a tailored schedule at the outset, ensuring clarity and confidence at every stage

  • We work primarily with the finest hardwoods, veneers, and specialist timber finishes, selected for their quality, durability, and aesthetic appeal. While wood remains the core material in all our projects, we can also incorporate other materials such as metals, glass, or stone where the design requires, ensuring a seamless integration that complements the overall piece. Sustainability is important to us, and responsibly sourced or FSC-certified timber options are available on request.

  • Item descriptionYes. Whether replicating intricate period detailing or developing contemporary finishes, our craftsmen ensure new pieces sit harmoniously within your space — or stand out as a striking statement, depending on your preference. We can also match existing paint and stain colours, ensuring a seamless integration with your current interiors

  • Each project is individually costed, based on design, materials, and scale. We provide a detailed proposal upfront so you have full clarity on the scope and cost of your project

  • Yes. Our experienced installation team ensures that every piece is fitted with absolute precision, working with the utmost care and discretion to respect your home. We can also provide detailed fitting drawing packages for projects where the joinery is installed by another team, ensuring a smooth and accurate installation

  • Absolutely. We partner with discerning homeowners as well as leading architects, interior designers, and developers who require the highest standard of bespoke craftsmanship for their projects

  • Yes. We collaborate with a wide range of commercial clients, including cafés, restaurants, retail shops, and businesses in the hospitality sector. Our bespoke timber solutions include bar counters, shelving, display units, panel work, and other custom joinery tailored to your space and brand. Every commercial project benefits from the same meticulous attention to detail, high-quality materials, and expert craftsmanship that define all OEK work