About Us

With a hands-on experience that spans over four decades, Ian Robinson is a master craftsman whose life has been dedicated to the art of woodwork. From the humble beginnings of crafting a bedside table during his school days, Ian’s passion for woodworking was ignited early and has been the guiding force of his career.

Ian specializes in bespoke cabinetry and joinery, creating pieces that blend functionality with timeless elegance. His expertise extends to constructing Victorian-style greenhouses, tailor-made kitchens, conservatories, that embody the heart of a home, and bedroom furniture that marries form with purpose, including meticulously fitted wardrobes – all of which bear the mark of his personal touch.

Ian has worked for some prestigious companies such as Bill Cleyndert and Erick Bates where he worked with Matthew Wheeler and formed a close friendship to this day.

Matthew and Ian have worked on some very unique projects together, always with high levels of skill and attention to detail.

We always look forward to working together on future projects, with similar mindsets for quality and striving for perfection.

Ian has honed his skills in designing and manufacturing a variety of window and door styles, handling both the intricate creation process and the precise fitting that follows.

For Ian, woodworking is not just a profession; it’s a passion and a lifelong pursuit. The joy of turning clients’ visions into tangible realities is what drives him.

From design through to finishing and fitting is exactly how Ian loves to work to give the quality the customer deserves.

As soon as Matthew picked up his first chisel at school he knew he wanted to work with wood. At the age of 15 he started an apprenticeship in Antique Restoration in a local company in Hethersett.

After doing his GCSE’s he worked at the Antique Restorers and done 2 years at Norwich City College gaining NVQ’s in Fine Hand Crafted Furniture.

Once qualified Matthew joined a company in Costessey and gained more experience working alongside Arthur Brett, trained Cabinet Makers. He worked there for thirteen years making fine traditional English furniture using traditional methods and tools.

Since 2012 Matthew has been running his own business undertaking various projects in timber and sheet materials, and working in house for many local furniture companies, making furniture and kitchens across the region and abroad. It was in one of these companies that Matthew and Ian met and sparked a great friendship. Since 2016 Matthew and Ian have worked on many many projects together helping each other out with each others work loads.

Matthew now has 27 years experience in the trade, and is most proud of his attention to detail, high standards of workmanship, and desire for great customer service.