Business Details
21 Years
experience
Craftsmanship in Bespoke Furniture & Joinery
Established in 2005, Nicholas Olliffe Ltd is a Cotswold-based workshop specialising in bespoke furniture and joinery. Our founder, Nicholas Olliffe, completed a five-year apprenticeship at Parnham House under John Makepeace before managing a successful Oxfordshire workshop for eight years. Our team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques, utilising classic machinery and CAD technology to create one-off pieces for corporate and private clients. We prioritise quality control through experienced supervision and an apprentice programme that preserves artisanal skills. Our services include project management, woodturning up to 2.5m, hand carving, veneering, and full spray finishing. Client relationships are built on meticulous attention to detail, with regular consultations ensuring projects remain on time, to specification, and within budget.We collaborate with local contractors meeting our exacting standards while maintaining full oversight of installations. Our 3,000sq ft facility supports comprehensive design-to-installation solutions, from architectural joinery to custom furniture. This approach has earned us a loyal client base and testimonials praising our craftsmanship, budget adherence, and problem-solving expertise. Our commitment to excellence extends to batch products like handcrafted chopping boards and door wedges, available in multiple timber options. With over three decades of industry experience, we continue to deliver timeless pieces that exceed client expectations.
Services
Bespoke Furniture
Architectural Joinery
Project Management
CAD Design
Bathroom Fittings
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years' experience in bespoke furniture design and production
- Our workshop combines traditional hand skills with modern CAD technology
- We maintain full quality control through experienced workshop supervision
- Our apprenticeship programme preserves artisanal woodworking techniques
- We provide complete project management from concept to installation
What people say
Attention to detail
Flawless finish
Expertise during design
Highest quality
Spot on
Services
Bespoke Furniture
We create unique furniture pieces tailored to client specifications using traditional joinery and modern CNC technology. Our process combines hand carving, veneering, and spray finishing to produce timeless designs. Clients benefit from direct collaboration with master craftsmen throughout the creation process.
Architectural Joinery
Specialist production of custom windows, doors, and mouldings matching original architectural styles. We work from historic plans or create new designs using CAD technology. Our team ensures perfect integration with existing structures while maintaining material authenticity.
Project Management
Full coordination of complex woodworking projects from concept to installation. Nicholas personally supervises timelines, budgets, and quality control while managing approved contractors. Regular client meetings ensure transparent decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
CAD Design
Advanced computer-aided design services for precise furniture and joinery visualisation. We create 3D renderings to refine concepts before production begins. This technology enables accurate material calculations and construction planning while maintaining traditional craftsmanship standards.
Batch Products
Handcrafted household items produced to standard specifications. Our current range includes chopping boards, door wedges, and recipe book stands available in multiple timber options. These products showcase our workshop's quality at accessible price points with fixed delivery schedules.
People
Nicholas Olliffe
Founder & Workshop Head
Master furniture maker with 30+ years' experience, trained at Parnham House under John Makepeace. Established his Cotswold workshop in 2005 after managing a successful Oxfordshire facility. Specialises in combining traditional techniques with modern technology to create bespoke architectural woodwork.
Questions
What types of furniture do you specialise in?
We create bespoke architectural furniture including kitchens, bathrooms, and built-in joinery alongside standalone pieces. Our expertise covers both traditional and contemporary styles using solid timbers and veneers.
Can you work with existing architectural plans?
Yes, we accept projects from architects' drawings or create our own CAD designs. Our team provides material advice to match project budgets while maintaining structural integrity and aesthetic requirements.
Do you offer project management services?
We provide full project management including timeline coordination, budget control, and contractor supervision. Nicholas Olliffe personally oversees all projects to ensure quality standards and timely delivery.
What materials do you use?
We work with American Black Walnut, Maple, Oak, Beech, Ash, and Iroko timbers. Our workshop maintains stocks of traditional materials while sourcing specialist timbers to order for specific projects.
Are batch products available for immediate purchase?
Yes, we offer handcrafted chopping boards, door wedges, and recipe book stands from stock. These items are available in multiple timber options with fixed pricing and delivery charges.
How do you ensure quality control?
Quality is maintained through experienced workshop supervision, regular client consultations, and our apprenticeship programme that preserves traditional techniques. All installations are completed by our own team to guarantee finish consistency.
