Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Bespoke Handmade Furniture in London
Established in 1969, The Odd Chair Company has built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship in bespoke handmade furniture. Our journey began with antique restoration before evolving into creating custom-designed chairs, sofas, and luxury furnishings tailored to individual client specifications. With over five decades of combined experience, our artisans employ traditional techniques passed down through generations to produce durable, comfortable, and aesthetically striking pieces. Our London showroom on Pimlico Road showcases an extensive collection of handcrafted dining chairs, sofas, cabinet furniture, and mirrors, reflecting our commitment to quality and innovation. As a family-run business, we maintain rigorous standards in material selection and workmanship, ensuring every creation meets our exacting benchmarks.Our reupholstery and restoration services breathe new life into cherished furniture while preserving its original character. With a workshop in Lancashire and a growing international clientele, we continue to push creative boundaries while staying true to our heritage of excellence. Our team's expertise spans upholstery, cabinet-making, and soft furnishings, supported by over 100 years of collective experience. We pride ourselves on delivering personalized service, from initial design consultations to final installation, ensuring complete client satisfaction. Our dedication to traditional methods combined with contemporary design sensibilities has earned us recognition as one of the UK's premier furniture makers.
Services
Bespoke Furniture
Re-upholstery
Furniture Restoration
Soft Furnishings
Cushion Making
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of expertise in bespoke furniture design and craftsmanship.
- Our artisans employ traditional techniques passed down through generations.
- We provide fully customised solutions from initial design to final installation.
- Our workshop holds over 100 years of combined experience in upholstery and cabinet-making.
- We maintain rigorous quality standards using only the finest materials.
What people say
Exceptional craftsmanship
Bespoke service
Timeless designs
Excellent quality
Professional team
Services
Bespoke Furniture
We create fully customised furniture pieces tailored to individual specifications. Our skilled artisans design and craft unique chairs, sofas, and cabinetry using traditional methods. Each creation combines comfort, durability, and aesthetic appeal, ensuring one-of-a-kind additions to any space. Our process involves close collaboration with clients throughout the design and production stages.
Re-upholstery
Our expert reupholstery service restores cherished furniture to its former glory. Using premium materials and traditional techniques, we revitalise antique or worn pieces while preserving their original character. This service extends the lifespan of valuable furniture through careful restoration of frames, padding, and fabric coverings.
Furniture Restoration
Specialising in antique furniture restoration, we employ time-honoured techniques to repair and preserve historical pieces. Our craftsmen address structural issues, surface damage, and decorative elements while maintaining authenticity. This service caters to clients seeking to restore valuable heirlooms or period-specific furniture to pristine condition.
Soft Furnishings
We produce high-quality soft furnishings including cushions, lampshades, and drapery. Our bespoke textile creations complement our furniture collections using premium fabrics and custom designs. This service offers coordinated interior solutions that enhance comfort and aesthetic appeal in residential and commercial spaces.
Cushion Making
Our cushion-making service provides tailored soft furnishings with precise attention to detail. Clients choose from premium fabrics and fillings to create bespoke cushions that match their decor. This service combines functionality with luxury, offering both comfort and decorative enhancement for various interior settings.
People
Sue Cook
Co-Founder
Co-founded The Odd Chair Company in 1969 with expertise in antique restoration. Pioneered the transition to bespoke furniture creation, establishing the company's reputation for quality craftsmanship.
James Cook
Co-Founder
Co-founder with extensive antique dealing experience. Instrumental in developing the company's traditional craftsmanship techniques and establishing its commitment to quality materials and workmanship.
Victoria Cook
Director
Joined the business in 1990, bringing fresh design perspectives and interior expertise. Played key role in expanding the product range and establishing the company's reputation for exceptional comfort and style.
James M Cook
Director
Took over business operations in 2002 with sister Victoria. Focused on becoming the UK's finest traditional handmade furniture company, overseeing significant growth and workshop expansion.
Questions
What makes your furniture unique?
Our pieces combine traditional craftsmanship with bespoke design, using premium materials and time-honoured techniques to create durable, comfortable, and aesthetically distinctive furniture.
How long does the bespoke process take?
Custom furniture production typically takes 8-12 weeks, depending on complexity and material availability, with regular client consultations throughout the process.
Do you offer international services?
Yes, we serve clients worldwide, providing shipping and installation support for our bespoke furniture and restoration services across international locations.
Can you restore antique furniture?
Our specialist restoration service handles antique furniture repair, preserving historical integrity while addressing structural issues and surface restoration using traditional methods.
What materials do you use?
We select premium hardwoods, high-density foams, and luxury fabrics from trusted suppliers to ensure exceptional quality, comfort, and longevity in every creation.
How do I visit your showroom?
Our London showroom at 45 Pimlico Road is open Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm. Appointments are recommended for bespoke consultations.
