Furniture Designer

Ready-made furniture is designed for an average room and an average user. Real homes and offices are rarely average. They have odd corners, specific storage needs, particular heights and tastes of their own. Custom furniture design creates pieces that fit the space and the person exactly, with proportions, materials and details chosen deliberately.

Aatish Joshi designs bespoke furniture for homes, offices, shops and hospitality spaces, working from sketch and drawing through to specification and coordination with makers.

When custom makes sense

• Awkward rooms where standard sizes leave gaps
• Storage needs that stock furniture cannot meet
• A specific look that cannot be found off the shelf
• A need for consistent design across many pieces
• Long-term investment in quality that can be repaired or refinished
• Commercial spaces that require branded or high-use fixtures

The design process

We begin by understanding the use: who will use the piece, how often, what it must hold and where it will sit. A sketch and a scaled drawing follow, showing dimensions, joinery and materials. For significant pieces, a 3D visual or sample is prepared so the client can judge the proportions and finish before making begins. Changes at this stage cost little, which is why we invest time in it.

Furniture types

• Beds, headboards and bedside units
• Wardrobes, dressing units and walk-in closets
• Sofas, lounge chairs and benches
• Dining tables, consoles and sideboards
• TV units, bookcases and display cabinets
• Study desks, office tables and reception counters
• Retail display fixtures and showroom furniture

Materials and craftsmanship

Furniture can be made in solid wood, engineered boards, veneers, metal, stone, glass and combinations of these. Each has its own strengths, price and maintenance needs. We choose joinery methods, edge finishes and hardware with durability in mind, and we discuss moisture, termite protection and polish or laminate options that suit the local climate and the intended use.

Comfort and ergonomics

Seat heights, back angles, desk depths and reach distances affect comfort significantly. Custom pieces can be tuned to the people using them, which is especially valuable for work desks, children's study furniture and seating for elderly family members.

Coordination with makers

We work with experienced carpenters and workshops, providing drawings that explain construction clearly. Samples, mock-ups and periodic checks help maintain quality. The client may use makers suggested during the project or their own, with responsibilities and warranties confirmed in writing.

A cohesive interior

Custom pieces are designed to sit comfortably with the rest of the interior, repeating a material, a curve or a detail so the room feels intentional and complete.

Share your room dimensions, the pieces you need and a few reference images to begin designing furniture made for your space.