Business Details
16 Years
experience
Custom Built-In Furniture Solutions Oxford
Lockwood Carpentry is a family-run business dedicated to crafting elegant and practical built-in furniture solutions. Established in 2010, we specialise in transforming unusual and irregular spaces through bespoke bookshelves, cupboards, wardrobes, window-seats, and custom storage systems. Our expertise spans from initial consultation to final finishes, working with diverse materials to meet individual client needs. With over 15 years of combined experience in carpentry and joinery, our team delivers quality craftsmanship that prioritises functionality and aesthetic appeal. We pride ourselves on tackling complex projects that require precision and creativity, including secret doors disguised as bookcases.Our mobile workshop enables flexible on-site execution while maintaining high standards of engineering and architectural detail. Client testimonials highlight our ability to understand intricate requirements, improve upon design concepts, and complete projects to exacting standards within agreed timelines. We operate transparently, requiring in-person consultations before providing quotes to ensure accurate project scoping. Our commitment to excellence has earned us repeat business from clients renovating historic properties and modern homes across Oxfordshire.
Services
Built-in bookshelves
Custom storage solutions
Window-seats
Understairs drawers
Floating shelves
Secret doors
Oak joinery
Kitchen installations
Porches
Windowsills
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 12+ years' experience in bespoke carpentry and joinery
- Our team excels at complex installations in irregular spaces
- We provide complete service from design consultation to installation
- Our mobile workshop enables efficient on-site execution
- We maintain high standards through rigorous quality control
What people say
Highest quality work
Improved design concepts
Timely completion
Artistic craftsmanship
Excellent communication
Services
Built-in bookshelves
We design and install custom bookshelves that maximise space efficiency while complementing room architecture. Our expertise includes under-stair installations and integrating storage with decorative elements. Each unit is crafted to precise measurements ensuring perfect fit and functionality.
Custom storage solutions
Our bespoke storage systems transform awkward spaces into practical storage areas. From wardrobes to understairs drawers, we create solutions that optimise available space while maintaining aesthetic continuity with existing interiors.
Secret doors
We specialise in creating concealed doorways disguised as bookcases or shelving units. These feature precise engineering for smooth operation while maintaining the illusion of ordinary furniture. Ideal for creating hidden rooms or private spaces.
Oak joinery
Our oak window-seats and windowsills combine durability with classic aesthetics. Each piece is crafted using traditional joinery techniques to ensure longevity while enhancing the natural beauty of the timber through expert finishing.
Kitchen installations
We deliver complete kitchen installations featuring custom cabinetry and storage solutions. Our approach combines precise measurement with skilled craftsmanship to create functional spaces that maximise storage potential and aesthetic appeal.
People
Jonathan Everett
Owner & Lead Carpenter
Founder with 15+ years' experience in bespoke carpentry. Completed three-year apprenticeship after career change from civil engineering. Specialises in complex installations and mobile workshop operations.
Questions
Do you offer free initial consultations?
We require in-person consultations before providing quotes. These typically occur Monday mornings and help ensure accurate project scoping.
Can you work with historic properties?
Yes, we have extensive experience renovating period homes including 18th-century properties. Our work maintains architectural integrity while providing modern functionality.
How long do projects typically take?
Timelines vary by complexity but we complete most projects within agreed schedules. Recent kitchen installations took six weeks with minimal disruption to homeowners.
Do you offer emergency repairs?
We don't provide emergency services but prioritise prompt responses to all inquiries. Non-urgent repairs are scheduled during regular working hours.
Can you create hidden storage solutions?
Yes, we specialise in secret doors disguised as bookcases and concealed storage units that maintain room aesthetics while maximising space efficiency.
