Traceable information
Species, provenance records and physical condition are considered separately; image colour is not evidence of origin.
CRAFT / PROCESS / DELIVERY
Turn material, scale and use into clear decisions.
Furniture must work beyond the photograph. We focus on how it enters a real space, how it is used, and what must be confirmed before making begins.
Scale follows use
Room dimensions, access, ergonomics and opening clearances come before decoration.
Decisions are recorded
Dimensions, structure, finish and delivery conditions remain available for checking.
UNDERSTANDING WOODWORK
Structure and the details of daily use
Connections, assembly and surface treatment shape how furniture feels and functions. These are general principles of traditional woodworking; each piece follows its confirmed design and records.
Mortise and tenon
A tenon fits into a mortise to connect timber components. Joint placement and form depend on dimensions and loads; appearance alone cannot establish strength.
Frame and panel
Traditional frame-and-panel construction accommodates movement as wood responds to its environment. Alongside the grain, ask how a cabinet panel is fitted.
Assembly and finish
Check door movement, drawer travel and alignment during assembly. Surface treatment affects feel, sheen and care; confirm the actual finish and maintenance instructions before delivery.
Further reading: Classical frame-and-panel construction · Chinese conventional furniture and joinery (PDF)
PROCESS / 01—07
From consultation to delivery
Final arrangements follow the information confirmed for each individual project.
Needs and setting
Understand use, location, visual preference and destination.
Dimensions and access
Check walls, doors, lifts, turning space and operating clearance.
Material confirmation
Record description, condition, grain preference and available provenance documents.
Design confirmation
Review form, dimensions, internal layout, hardware and finish.
Making records
Keep key-stage information and confirm significant changes.
Inspection and packing
Check appearance, structure, quantity and packing.
Delivery and care
Clarify handling, installation, anti-tip measures and routine care.
BOUNDARIES / RECORDS
We do not replace facts with vague promises.
Material boundaries
Species, age, grade and value depend on the object and supporting records.
Natural variation
Colour, grain and local features vary naturally.
Timing and transport
Lead time, delivery range and installation are confirmed per project.
Image boundaries
Styled imagery does not replace photographs, drawings or final documents.