Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Bespoke Handcrafted Furniture in London
Established in 1969, The Odd Chair Company has built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship in bespoke furniture and antique restoration. Our journey began with antique dealing before evolving into creating custom-made chairs tailored to exacting specifications. With over five decades of combined expertise, our artisans employ traditional techniques to produce handcrafted sofas, armchairs, and dining furniture renowned for comfort and durability. Our London showroom at 45 Pimlico Road showcases a curated collection of handmade pieces, while our Lancashire workshop supports global clients through reupholstery and restoration services. We maintain rigorous quality standards using premium materials, ensuring every creation meets our exacting benchmarks for structural integrity and aesthetic excellence.Our team's deep industry knowledge spans upholstery, cabinet making, and soft furnishings, enabling us to deliver tailored solutions for residential and commercial projects. As a family-run business, we combine generational expertise with contemporary design sensibilities to create timeless pieces that transcend fleeting trends. Our commitment to transparency and client collaboration ensures each project reflects individual requirements while maintaining our signature attention to detail. This dedication to excellence has earned us recognition as a leader in bespoke furniture design across the UK and internationally.
Services
Bespoke Furniture
Reupholstery
Restoration
Soft Furnishings
Cushion Making
Lampshade Design
Antique Refurbishment
Custom Upholstery
Handmade Sofas
Dining Chair Creation
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of combined expertise in bespoke furniture design
- Traditional craftsmanship using premium quality materials
- Full-service restoration and reupholstery capabilities
- Dedicated artisan team with specialist upholstery skills
- Personalised service from concept to final delivery
What people say
Exceptional craftsmanship
Bespoke service quality
Expert restoration work
Timeless designs
Durable furniture
Services
Bespoke Furniture
Creating unique furniture pieces tailored to client specifications using traditional craftsmanship techniques. Our process combines hand-drawn designs with artisanal execution to produce sofas, chairs, and tables that reflect individual style preferences while maintaining structural integrity. Each creation undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure longevity and comfort, with options for fabric selection and dimensional customisation.
Reupholstery
Comprehensive reupholstery service preserving the character of existing furniture while updating materials and comfort levels. Our specialists handle complete frame restoration, spring replacement, and fabric upgrades using premium textiles. This service extends the lifespan of cherished pieces while maintaining their original design integrity through careful attention to historical construction methods.
Antique Restoration
Specialist restoration of antique furniture using period-appropriate techniques and materials. Our conservators assess structural condition, repair damage, and preserve original finishes while maintaining historical authenticity. This service caters to both private collectors and institutions seeking expert preservation of valuable pieces from various eras.
Soft Furnishings
Custom-made cushions, lampshades, and window treatments crafted to complement bespoke furniture. Our textile experts select premium fabrics and trims to create coordinated interior schemes, offering made-to-measure solutions for both residential and commercial spaces while maintaining strict quality control over stitching and material selection.
Handmade Sofas
Crafting durable, comfortable sofas using traditional joinery and upholstery techniques. Each piece features solid wood frames, hand-tied springs, and custom fabric options, with design flexibility for size, shape, and detailing. Our process ensures long-term comfort through ergonomic engineering combined with aesthetic refinement.
People
Sue Cook
Founder
Co-founder with over 50 years' experience in antique restoration and furniture design. Pioneered the transition from antique dealing to bespoke furniture creation, establishing the company's reputation for quality craftsmanship and client-focused service.
James Cook
Founder
Co-founder instrumental in developing the company's artisanal techniques and workshop operations. Brought extensive knowledge of traditional upholstery methods, shaping the business's commitment to combining heritage skills with modern design requirements.
Victoria Cook
Designer
Third-generation furniture specialist with expertise in contemporary design integration. Joined the business in 1990, expanding the product range while maintaining traditional craftsmanship standards. Leads the creative direction for new collections and bespoke commissions.
Questions
What services does The Odd Chair Company Company offer?
We provide bespoke furniture design, reupholstery, antique restoration, soft furnishings, and custom cushion making services using traditional craftsmanship techniques.
How long has the company been in business?
We've been creating handcrafted furniture since 1969, with three generations of the founding family maintaining our commitment to quality.
Where are your showrooms located?
Our main London showroom is at 45 Pimlico Road, with a workshop and head office in Leyland, Lancashire.
Can you restore antique furniture?
Yes, our specialist team handles antique restoration using period-appropriate techniques while preserving original character and structural integrity.
Do you offer international services?
We serve clients globally through our bespoke design and restoration services, with shipping and consultation options available worldwide.
What materials do you use?
We use premium quality materials including solid wood frames, hand-tied springs, and carefully selected fabrics to ensure durability and comfort.
