Brooklyn Atelier
Nestled in the heart of Brooklyn, our workshop is where old-world craftsmanship meets modern design philosophy. Every piece that leaves our doors has been shaped, joined, upholstered, and finished entirely by hand — by artisans who have dedicated their lives to this work.
We believe that furniture should be an heirloom, not a purchase. Our process is slow, deliberate, and uncompromising in quality.
Traditional Woodworking
Our woodworking practice draws from centuries of European cabinetmaking tradition. We use only sustainably sourced solid hardwoods and employ joinery techniques that require no nails, no screws — only precision and skill.
Joinery
Each joint is cut by hand using traditional mortise-and-tenon, dovetail, and box joint techniques. Our joinery is designed to grow stronger with time, as the wood settles and the glue cures over years of use.
Carving
Decorative elements are carved directly from the solid wood using chisels and gouges that have been passed down through generations. No two carvings are identical — each one bears the mark of the craftsman's hand.
Polishing
We finish our pieces using traditional French polishing and hand-rubbed oil techniques. The result is a surface of extraordinary depth and warmth that improves with age and is entirely repairable.
Veneering
Where veneering is called for, we apply it using hammer veneering — a centuries-old method that creates a bond far superior to modern press methods. We source exotic and figured veneers from specialist suppliers worldwide.
Master Upholstery
Our upholstery work is rooted in the English and French traditions of the 18th and 19th centuries. We use only natural materials — horsehair, linen, and solid brass tacks — alongside the finest contemporary fabrics.
Eight-Way Hand-Tied Springs
The foundation of every seating piece is a set of hand-tied coil springs, each connected to its neighbours in eight directions with jute twine. This creates a seat that distributes weight perfectly and will never sag.
Deep Buttoning
Our button work is done entirely by hand, with each button pulled to a precise depth and angle. We use solid brass buttons and waxed linen thread to ensure the buttons never pull through the fabric.
Stuffing & Padding
We build up each cushion in multiple layers — first curled horsehair for resilience, then cotton batting for softness, then a final layer of down for that perfect, yielding surface. No foam, no shortcuts.
Edge Stitching
The edges of our cushions are rolled and stitched entirely by hand, creating a firm, crisp profile that holds its shape for decades. This technique, almost entirely lost in commercial furniture, is our signature.