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Go that extra furlong for fine furniture!
It’s all about the proportion, shape and the wood
Robin’s imagination was left to run riot for a speculative
show piece for last month’s Inspired: Festival of Silver at the
Goldsmiths’ Centre in Holborn. He devised a stunning
crossbow side table in burr walnut and burr oak with ebony
inlay. It has a shelf and curved legs, and can be made with
two dovetailed drawers. “It sprang from a dining table
design for a client,” said Robin. “It isn’t grandiose in
embellishment but it is in form – it’s a gorgeous piece with
a lovely elegant shape. But I also love making understated
pieces because it’s all about the proportion, shape and the
wood.” The show was jointly organised by the Worshipful
Company of Furniture Makers for excellence in design and
craftsmanship, from whom Robin has won four Guild Marks.
BRITISH DESIGN & CRAFTSMANSHIP
Robin Furlong Furniture was
established in 1989, following a decade of
experience working for other furniture
makers and interior designers in London and
Devon, including Alan Peters and Martin
Grierson.
Robin is also fresh from exhibiting at the May Design Series
at London’s ExCeL, the UK’s definitive international
furnishings fair and interior design show. Robin’s trainee
Ollie has recently completed a furniture apprenticeship with
him. Ollie said: “It’s a good opportunity to get a career and
a unique skill that will earn me a living for the rest of my
life. We all work as a team – once we get the main designs
they always throw up problems, and everyone gets the
chance of saying what they think is the best way forward.”
Robin commented: “Ollie’s quality of work is already superb
and he is continuing to gain experience.”
Cotswold Times©May2015
A great influence in his design and
craftsmanship has been leading Arts and
Crafts light Charles Rennie Mackintosh,
‘discovered’ when he was at Rycotewood
College.
Robin takes inspiration from his
surroundings and draws on experiences, as
well as his clients thoughts, ideas and wishes
for each project to create fresh ideas – and
design the perfect piece of furniture.
Robin has built his reputation as a furniture
designer of distinction whose work
represents some of the finest style and
craftsmanship of its age.
Prices start from £98 for a T:Ray – a stunning
fishshaped tray. Finished furniture pieces are
for sale in the on-site shop. For a brochure,
full costs and the new guide to bespoke
furniture visit
www.robinfurlongfurniture.co.uk.
Fosseway Business Park,
Stratford Road,
Moreton in Marsh
GL56 9NQ
Tel 01608 650567 Email
info@robinfurlongfurniture.co.uk
To meet Robin to discuss specific
requirements, please
call in advance. Opening Times: Weekdays:
9am-5pm,
Saturday: 11am-4pm
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