It is about 25 years since I first set off on a craftsman's journey that began at the London College of Furniture. I remember leaving there believing I had learned most of the skills required to embark on a career as a crafstman. It would seem that my journey's purpose has been to continually disprove that notion.

As my path has twisted and turned through the realms of antique restoration, production furniture making, fine built-in cabinetry and one-off custom furniture design, there has been a single constant: There is always something new to learn. I remain in awe of the talent that has left its legacy of fine furniture from centuries past, and respectful of my fellow furniture makers, still creating heirloom quality pieces today. My goal continues to be to make a meaningful and lasting contribution to this small segment of furniture history.

Every piece of my furniture is made by hand, made to order, and made to last.

I hope you like what you see.

John Lomas

DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION:

My designs are inspired by every piece that I have ever seen and loved. I strive to bring something new and unique to all my work. You might say it is Arts & Crafts inspired, or attach a label from another style, but my hope is that you will find it hard to pigeon-hole. Most importantly, I strive for designs that will be as pleasing, functional and relevant 100 years from now as they are today.

At the workshop, our furniture design and construction philosophy is strongly influenced by the Cotswold craftsmen. From lumber selection to finishing, we strive for perfection in every detail of the furniture making process. The finest American hardwoods combine with accents of exotic woods to provide balance and symmetry in the completed piece. These are joined by time-tested techniques that guarantee integrity for many life times over.

Each completed piece is signed by the craftsperson who made it and inlaid with our pewter squirrel medallion. The squirrel motif is taken from a 1904 Ernest Gimson design for a pair of andirons. The medallion symbolizes, not only our respect for the legacy left by the Cotswold craftsmen, but also the lifetime of pleasure and use that can be expected from every piece of furniture that we create.