From Concept to Finished Product...Designing Custom Furniture

In our endeavor to find the perfect design solution for our clients, we aspire to combine high quality materials with good design.  Often, the project requirements do not allow the standard “off the shelf” selection. Specific dimensions, finish details and custom accessories are often required to meet the client’s needs. So, the design process starts with a check list of questions (or interview) with the client. The design concept is developed from interpreting and translating the requirements through research and selection of options. Conceptual Drawings assist the designer in communicating a furniture solution to the client. 

Brunswick Construction Drawing

After the conceptual drawings are client approved, they are sent to the furniture manufacturer for refinement.  Shop Drawings are produced and then often “tweaked” for final changes before manufacturing begins.  Selecting a custom manufacturer is a critical part of the process for the designer and client. The manufacturer is vetted for their use of high quality materials, sound manufacturing techniques, timely production and careful packaging and shipment of the furniture. 

Brunswick Construction Progress

In some cases, mock-ups are requested to confirm the scale, quality, comfort and aesthetics of the piece.  After the shop drawings are approved, the manufacturing begins.  Custom finishes are confirmed with sign offs while the product is being cut and assembled. Ship times vary with furniture manufacturers from an average of 6-14 weeks. The time frame is dependent on the complexity of the furniture design, availability of veneers and other materials. Some manufacturers send photos of the product before and after packaging to protect against shipper damage and aid in the process of claims, in the event the shipping company damages the product enroute.  This procedure helps ensure that the shipper will be careful in handling the furniture. Selecting an established receiving and delivery company is very important for a successful furniture installation.  The installer warehouse should determine building hours of operation, load dock, elevator and other accessibility information, and usually coordinates your installation with other trades on the project.

Brunswick Custom Conference Table

A successful custom furniture project  is a culmination of the designer’s thoughtful interpretation of the client’s requirements and implementation of a great design solution using the best resources available in custom furniture manufacturing. Please visit www.kcrepsource.com