Making Wood Work

Pedwell, Somerset

Designer and makers of furniture, kitchens and bespoke interiors. The work is handmade using ethically sourced materials and hardwoods to create unique rooms and pieces tailored to each client's individual needs and giving pleasure to there use.

Services Provided

Bespoke Cabinet Doors, Bespoke Cabinets, Bespoke Fitted Furniture, Bespoke Kitchen Cabinets, Bespoke Kitchen Pantries, Bespoke Shelving, Bespoke Worktops, Cabinet Installation, Drafting, Floor Plans, Green Building, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Renovation

Areas Served

Pedwell

Awards

Bsc(Hons)

14 Projects for Making Wood Work

Woolavington, Somerset, UK

Woolavington, Somerset, UK

The Bartons, Somerset

11 Reviews for Making Wood Work

David Reid

Relationship

Client

Project Date

Jun 2019

Project Price

£1,000 – £9,999

Julian has done several pieces of work for us – two coffee tables, fitted wardrobes and recreation of a pair of Georgian doors. The tables were to his original, modernist design, in specially sourced burled oak and black walnut. The wardrobes and doors were of painted tulip wood, fitted with marvellous precision into an awkward space and an archway, respectively. I cannot praise Julian's work too highly. This is not carpentry, it is craftsmanship and design of the highest calibre.

15 July, 2019

Rachel Burbridge

Relationship

Client

Project Date

Feb 2019

Project Price

£1,000 – £9,999

I contacted Julian at Making Wood Work having seen an advertisement. I was so glad I did! From the outset Julian took a professional and creative approach to our project. He has a calm, down to earth approach. His knowledge showed time and again, both in design and build work. We were looking for a bespoke, sizeable low cabinet, running the length of one wall for storage purposes and a bookcase filling another wall of our sitting room. Julian advised us comprehensively, taking into account the wider environment of the room. He brought samples of wood, which helped the design come alive, showed us a whole range of pictures of earlier work, which gave us further ideas and ran through the whole design to ensure we were satisfied going ahead. I am particular about quality and the interior dynamics of a room. I had high expectations about what this furniture would look like. Julian exceeded these expectations. He has produced two pieces of work which have transformed our sitting room. The wood and the creations he has made with the wood are exceptional. My husband and I carefully considered the quote for the work, but honestly, what we arrived at was worth every penny in terms of the satisfaction we derive every time we walk into that room. Julian kept in contact with us throughout the project and always managed our expectations around timescales. Without hesitation we would ask Julian to undertake further work for us and we would also recommend him (and Making Wood Work) without hesitation. Thank you Julian for your inspired creativity.

22 May, 2019

Chris Judge

Relationship

Client

Project Date

Aug 2018

Project Price

£10,000 – £49,999

We needed a new kitchen and gave the design, manufacturer, and installation to Julian. He has a creative flair coupled with a practical skillset allowing him to create a truly bespoke, unique, beautiful and practical kitchen. His recommendation of materials, positioning, flow, lighting, work surfaces, appliances, cupboards, space and colours were easy to agree with. He was easy to work with as he involved us at every stage, including accurate cost expectation. He is a perfectionist which has resulted in us having a stunning completed project. Highly recommended.

19 November, 2018

Jo Wright

Relationship

Client

Project Date

Jun 2017

Project Price

£1,000 – £9,999

I can always rely on Julian to come up with innovative design and to carry out the work to the highest standard. I have been so pleased with every piece of furniture he has made for me. He sticks to the discussed budget and is completely reliable.

24 June, 2017

jtrcann

Relationship

Client

Project Date

Sep 2016

Project Price

£10,000 – £49,999

We hired Julian at 'Making Wood Work' on recommendation and having seen the quality of his work. We were particularly keen to benefit from his experience in working in wood given our home is a barn conversion. We were impressed by Julian's ability to create a bespoke kitchen adding artistic flair. There was clear advice on the options and helping choose the best solutions to maximise the space but also create a unique kitchen incorporating modern appliances. We are delighted with the outcome, the quality and at a reasonable cost. We would thoroughly recommend Julian given our experience. Julia Cann

21 October, 2016

Michael Wonham

Relationship

Client

Project Date

Apr 2016

Project Price

£1,000 – £9,999

Julian, again, took an idea and turned it into reality. No fuss, no mess, and what he's built is exactly what we needed. Looks wonderful, natural wood. Always recommend Julian for anything woodworking now. So nice to find a craftsman who cares.

9 May, 2016

Emma Willey

Relationship

Client

Project Date

Feb 2016

Project Price

£1,000 – £9,999

I would always highly recommend Julian as he is trustworthy, honest and creative and his work always surpasses all expectations. I recently moved into a small flat in South London and needed to transform the tiny nursery room into a bedroom for myself and all of my clothes. The room wasn’t big enough for a bed and a wardrobe so needed a solution that combined the two and maximised the space. Julian understood the brief and came up with a selection of creative options for me to choose from. Julian crafted a bed that could store all of my clothes without the need for a wardrobe, a wall-mounted bedside table and bespoke alcove shelving. I have a very clear idea of what I like and what I don’t like so I worked with Julian closely to make sure that the wood colour and style was perfect. He was adaptable and flexible and always happy to tweak designs to ensure that the aesthetic was right. Julian fitted everything in the course of a day and the end result was beautifully crafted and finished to an incredibly high standard. The level of quality and craftsmanship is unparalleled.

26 February, 2016

HU-433781

Relationship

Client

Project Date

Jun 2015

Project Price

£1,000 – £9,999

A first class carpentry service. We've now had six pieces of beautiful furniture made for us by Julian and he has done two other woodworking jobs for us. We've been commissioning him for the past six years or more. He is always our No 1 choice for carpentry.

7 July, 2015

mdastanley

Relationship

Client

Project Date

May 2008

Project Price

£1,000 – £9,999

finely designed and made book shelves with adjustable shelving and cupboards. Julian also painted the plain wallpaper which would be behind the book shelves and connected the under shelve lighting. a nicely done job-he took time to discuss design options and time to fit both items properly as the walls and ceilings etc were not exactly straight. he also did a similar job at another property for me. while more expensive than mass produced cupboards and book shelves, seems much better quality to me.

10 April, 2015

annawilley

Relationship

Client

Project Date

Mar 2015

Project Price

£1,000 – £9,999

A compact cottage kitchen designed and built at very short notice. Was impressed at the creative thinking to maximise preparation and storage space. Excellent quality of finish and great recommendations on sourcing appliances to keep within budget.

3 April, 2015

lipmann

Relationship

Client

Project Date

Jun 2006

Project Price

£10,000 – £49,999

Julian is a dedicated and sincere craftsman of wood and, dare I say it, a perfectionist too. I came to know Julian and his family when my wife and I moved to Somerset in 2006 and wanted to restore and develop the interior of our part of a traditional Somerset double-gabled house dating from 1802. Julian revealed to us beams of ancient elm that had been buried under plaster by subsequent unappreciative generations and then created anew items made from fallen elm to echo the traditional wood used in this area. Items include, for our bathroom, an eliptical elm surface on which a sink sits, for my study a curved desk of elm (which is a joy to sit at). Also for my study, floor to ceiling shelves, with small LED lights that emerge from the wood as if modern candles. He created a special in-built lectern to display some artworks in book-form with two pages to view. Downstairs he created our kitchen, matching stone surfaces to specially chosen wood and restoring an enormous welsh dresser, making drawers accessible with modern movement while retaining the age old beauty of the original piece. At our office in Hampton Court, in homage to the famous Japanese American wood craftsman, George Nakashima 1905-1990, he created our boardroom table. This was from a fallen elm opened longitudinally, revealing the imperfections of time, and allowing the natural curve of the outer shape of the original tree to be part of the work, running a millimeter layer of maple down the middle of the table. Here he also created unique desks of oak and elm to echo, in a totally modern way via the choice of wood, our building which dates from the early 17th century. Here he also constructed for our bespoke needs two long rows of lectern style shelves needed for our contract folders - functional and yet in keeping with our building. His works never lose sight of functionality but are works of art in themselves to be appreciated. We know at our office from the reaction of our many customers who visit us from all over the world how people react to Julian's work and it is always with awe and interest. The works we have done with Julian started in 2006 and have continued to the present.

2 April, 2015

9 Comments

Commented: loft space storage ideaAmchivers - depends what sort of storage you require. I would suggest a built in cupboard behind the 'bag' like the 'jacket' wardrobe in my post above. Or if you have books, you could but bookshelves ...

9 August, 2018 in Design Dilemma

Commented: Dining tableThe table is a one off, i'm not sure I could find similar boards. If you can advise the size of table you are looking for I'll give you a proposal utilising the most suitable boards available.

8 September, 2016

Commented: Dining tablethe piece is unique I can only price when I know the size of table you require?

8 September, 2016

Commented: Extractor over island in a sloping rooftalk to westin.co.uk they know extraction, and let you specify the outlet position on a standard unit. This is especially useful if you want to put a hood immediately in front of a hole in a wall

3 December, 2015 in Design Dilemma

Commented: POLL: Best under stair storage?Under these Kitchen stairs we fitted:- the boiler two pull out storage racks above the integrated fridge freezer a micro wave seven other pull out storage drawers a room heater snd topped it all off w...

25 November, 2015 in Polls

Commented: What are these fabulous doors made off - thanks Kerrythey are slightly curved, three layers of flexiply then veneered in maple with quartersawn oak detailing and handles.

17 April, 2015

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