Things to consider when commissioning a handcrafted item which will make sure it lives up to your expectations:

• what style is the rest of the decor in the room/area where the piece will be situated? What type of feel are you trying to create?
• what period/age is your house/office? Are there any recurrent motifs or designs that you like?
• generally, what type of designs or style don't you like? what do you like? if you're not sure it can help look through some magazines and cut out things you like.
• what use do you want from this item? what need is it fulfilling?
• who's going to be using it? for example are there child safety issues to consider?
• what conditions will the piece be situated in? for example iif it's going outside or in damp conditions like a bathroom it will need specially treated. What flooring will it be sitting on?
• discuss what you are looking for openly with the person making your item - give honest feedback about what you like and dislike. Don't be afraid to ask for changes at design stage. We need to build a clear picture: so dont be afraid to tell us what you don't like - as well as what you do!
• have an open mind about possibilities...we'll suggest different things that we think will work well. The best pieces are collaborative efforts.

individual designs for individual clients - from the original concept drawing to the final table