Journal

Articles & ideas.

Notes from the workshop — wood, joinery, kitchen and bespoke furniture thinking.

• May 2026

  The best wood for fitted wardrobes — a working carpenter's guide

  Solid oak, painted MDF, walnut, ash — every option has a place. Here's how we choose, and why.

• April 2026

  What does bespoke cabinetry actually cost in Norwich?

  An honest breakdown of what you should expect to pay for properly made cabinetry across Norwich and Norfolk.

• March 2026

  Media wall trends for 2026 — what's actually selling

  From microcement-finished surrounds to backlit timber slats. What we're being asked to build right now.