CONSIDERING GOING CUSTOM-MADE BUT DON'T KNOW WHERE TO BEGIN? THIS IS THE PLACE TO START

There is something so satisfying about a bespoke piece of furniture that fits perfectly. Tailored to the way you interact with your home, a bespoke piece can also solve the problem of a room with an unusual layout. But in the big wide world of custom furniture, where on earth do you start? We spoke to the experts to find out.

- OONAGH TURNER

Before doing anything, identify what you like. Flick through your back issues of Livingetc and visit craft fairs to meet the craftspeople you might consider working with. Fairs such as Collect, Made and London Craft Week showcase some of the amazing makers out there. It is vital that the client has a good feeling about the type of furniture that the maker is known for,' says Matt Galvin of handcrafted furniture brand Galvin Brothers.