Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Bespoke Furniture & Joinery
Established over 35 years ago by Clive Howdle, our family-run business has built a reputation for excellence in designing and crafting high-quality kitchens, libraries, wardrobes, and architectural joinery. With a design-led approach, we specialise in creating timeless pieces tailored to complement traditional country houses, contemporary apartments, and everything in between. Our commitment to using sustainably sourced materials, including premium timbers and natural stone, ensures every product combines practicality with enduring elegance. All items are handmade in our Yorkshire workshop by skilled craftsmen under Clive's personal oversight, guaranteeing meticulous attention to detail. We offer a comprehensive service from initial consultation to installation, working closely with clients, architects, and designers to deliver bespoke solutions that meet exact specifications.Our portfolio spans whole-house projects, including planning permissions and project management, ensuring seamless execution for clients. Testimonials highlight our professionalism, reliability, and the transformative impact of our work on clients' homes across the UK. With no two commissions ever identical, we pride ourselves on creating unique, handcrafted furniture that stands the test of time. Our process begins with a free initial design consultation, including layout plans and sketches, followed by detailed quotes upon design approval. This dedication to quality, service, and client satisfaction has made Howdle a trusted name in bespoke joinery and furniture for over three decades.
Services
Kitchens
Wardrobes
Bookcases
Architectural Joinery
Furniture
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of experience in bespoke furniture design and craftsmanship
- Our family-run business maintains personal oversight of every commission
- We use only sustainably sourced premium timbers and natural stone materials
- We provide free initial design consultations with layout plans and sketches
- We manage complete house projects including planning permissions and installations
What people say
Professional and considerate team
Fantastic results
Tidy and respectful
Stunning furniture
Patient guidance
Services
Kitchens
We create bespoke kitchens tailored to individual homes, from traditional country house designs to contemporary city spaces. Our craftsmen use premium materials like oak, maple, and walnut to produce functional yet elegant spaces. Each kitchen is completely handmade in our Yorkshire workshop with meticulous attention to detail.
Wardrobes
Our custom wardrobes and dressing rooms combine practical storage with sophisticated design. Available in various materials including wenge, cherrywood, and walnut, each piece is crafted to complement the client's interior style. We offer both traditional and modern designs to suit different home environments.
Bookcases
We design and manufacture bespoke bookcases and library installations in premium timbers like oak, cedar, and walnut. Our units feature innovative details such as secret doors and revolving systems while maintaining timeless elegance and practical storage solutions for both traditional and contemporary settings.
Architectural Joinery
Our architectural joinery services include staircases, doors, flooring, and window installations. We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern design to create unique elements like limestone and oak staircases or steel and maple structures, all tailored to enhance the property's character.
Furniture
We produce a wide range of freestanding and fitted furniture including dining tables, cabinets, and garden pieces. Using materials like zebrano, walnut, and English oak, each item is handcrafted to combine functionality with artistic design, ensuring unique additions to both residential and commercial spaces.
People
Clive Howdle
Founder & Director
With over 35 years' experience in furniture and interior design, Clive established Howdle to combine traditional craftsmanship with modern design. He personally oversees every project from concept to completion, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while maintaining the company's reputation for excellence.
Questions
What types of projects does Howdle typically handle?
We specialise in bespoke kitchens, wardrobes, bookcases, and architectural joinery for both traditional and contemporary homes. Our services range from single furniture pieces to complete house projects including planning permissions and installations.
How does the design consultation process work?
We begin with a free initial consultation where our designers create layout plans, design sketches, and provide an estimate quote. Once the design is approved, we produce a detailed itemised quote before starting production.
What materials do you use in your furniture?
We select premium, sustainably sourced timbers like oak, maple, and walnut, combined with natural stone and other high-quality materials to ensure durability and aesthetic appeal in every bespoke piece.
Do you work with clients outside Yorkshire?
Yes, we serve clients across the UK including London, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and Yorkshire, managing complete projects from our Yorkshire workshop with nationwide installation services.
How long does a typical project take?
Project timelines vary depending on complexity, but we work efficiently to meet agreed deadlines. Our testimonials confirm our ability to complete projects within clients' required timescales while maintaining quality standards.
Can you handle complete house renovations?
Yes, we offer comprehensive services including planning permissions, joinery manufacture, and complete property refurbishments with project management of all trades to ensure seamless execution of your vision.
