Fitted Furniture London

We take great pride in creating bespoke built-in and fitted furniture for those who appreciate quality and style, enhancing your space by providing an elegant and refined look you will be thrilled with. Our work is done to exacting standards from original design to completion, maximising storage space whilst creating beautiful furniture that will exceed your expectations.

A unique application of the concept of fitted furniture is a walk-in wardrobe. By doing this a room or space can be built into whatever combination you desire of shelves, cupboards, shoe storage, drawers, and so on. This allows for ample storage space for clothing, shoes, and accessories, which can help keep your bedroom or living space clutter-free. Further, the extra space provided by a walk-in wardrobe can promote air flow, making it easier to prevent mould and mildew. The additional hanging space allows your clothing to breath, and by keeping items from becoming too tightly packed together, you may also be able to reduce the need for ironing caused by creases.

Built-in alcove units normally consist of a set of cupboards at the base, with shelving above, but this can be adjusted to your preference with we any combination of cupboards and shelves to provide bespoke storage for your living space. Alcove shelving will allow you to use a lot of potential space. When you have two fitted cabinets with shelves on either side of a fireplace or an irregular wall layout, you not only get lots of storage for books and ornaments you can also bring beauty and cosiness to your living room.

Bespoke bookshelves

Nothing adds character to a room like surrounding a doorway or alcove space with custom made bookcases. Bookcases can accomplish an endless variety of uses, be it for storage, display or even a home office. Library shelving, adjustable shelving, cupboard storage, LED strip lighting to name a few options can customise your bookcase. As all of our fitted range your bookcase or bookshelf will be tailored to your space in whichever way you wish.

Entertainment / Media Units

Bespoke TV / Media units allow you to integrate your set up seamlessly within your living space. No matter the size or the variety of TV, speakers, and music set up at your home, we can build your unit so that it houses them tastefully and aesthetically. Like any fitted furniture the result is an integration within your home leaving you with a larger space to live in.

Under stair storage

Finding clever ways to maximize the dead space beneath a staircase adds storage and functionality to your home. Options range from building shelves for the purpose of storing a collection of wine or books, creating a small laundry or even a bespoke additional under stairs shoe storage. We can come and have a look at the layout in your home and advise what is possible within your needs and budget.

When it comes to making your home both functional and stylish, finding clever ways to conceal everyday appliances like boilers can be a challenge. At MJ Kloss, we specialise in carpentry solutions that transform practical spaces into design features. One of the best ways to achieve this is with a bespoke boiler cover cabinet. In this post, we’ll explore the various options for boiler cupboards, helping you find inspiration for your home.

Bay Window Bench Seating with Storage

A bay window seat with storage can transform any room into a cozy, practical space. Imagine curling up in a comfortable, custom-built seat while enjoying the natural light streaming in from your bay window.

At MJ Kloss, our carpenters and joiners create bespoke window seats that add charm and function to your home, with clever storage to keep things tidy.

Adavantages of Built-in furniture / Fitted Furniture

1. Space Optimization

  • Maximizes available space: Built-in furniture can be tailored to fit awkward corners, alcoves, or spaces where standard furniture wouldn’t fit, utilizing every inch of available area.
  • Custom fit for small spaces: In smaller homes or apartments, built-in storage units, desks, and seating can help make the most of limited square footage.

2. Customization

  • Tailored design: You can design built-in furniture to meet your exact needs, choosing materials, finishes, dimensions, and configurations that align with your lifestyle and preferences.
  • Personalized storage solutions: Built-in wardrobes, bookshelves, or cabinets can be customized with shelves, drawers, and compartments that perfectly fit your belongings.

3. Clean and Seamless Look

  • Integrated appearance: Built-ins blend with the architecture of the room, offering a sleek, streamlined look with no gaps or spaces where dust and clutter can accumulate.
  • Decluttered aesthetics: With everything organized and stored in custom units, spaces look neater and more spacious.

4. Increased Property Value

  • Attractive to buyers: High-quality built-in furniture can add value to your home by making it more functional and visually appealing to potential buyers.
  • Perceived permanence: Built-ins often feel like part of the house itself, offering a premium and well-thought-out design feature that adds to a home’s overall appeal.

5. Long-Term Durability

  • High-quality construction: Built-in furniture is often made with more durable materials than flat-pack or free-standing alternatives, leading to greater longevity.
  • Reduced wear and tear: Since it is permanently fixed in place, there’s less movement and shifting, which helps reduce damage over time.

6. Increased Flexibility in Design

  • Endless design possibilities: Built-ins allow for creative solutions, like hidden cabinets, under-stair storage, or integrated seating areas that would be difficult to achieve with traditional furniture.
  • Adaptable to architectural features: Built-in furniture can work around existing elements such as windows, radiators, or uneven walls, making it more versatile for challenging layouts.

7. Better Use of Vertical Space

  • Floor-to-ceiling storage: Built-ins can take advantage of vertical space, creating ample storage or shelving that might not be achievable with standard furniture.
  • Less wasted space: You can design built-ins to eliminate unused space above or around furniture, providing more functionality in any room.

8. Cost Efficiency (in the long term)

  • Investment in quality: While the initial cost of built-in furniture might be higher, the long-term durability, customizability, and added property value make it a cost-effective solution over time.
  • Reduced need for frequent replacements: Since built-ins are more durable and specifically designed for the space, they are less likely to require replacement or adjustments.

9. Improved Functionality

  • Multi-purpose design: Built-in furniture can serve multiple functions, such as combining seating with storage or incorporating a desk into a shelving unit, making spaces more practical and functional.
  • Optimized workflow: In kitchens, offices, or studios, built-ins can be designed to improve workflow by having everything exactly where you need it.

Overall, built-in furniture provides a highly functional, durable, and aesthetically pleasing solution for a wide range of interior design needs.

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G.T.

“Brilliant and impeccable work, with attention to detail. The whole process was a joy and the carpenter did exactly what he said he would do. I would recommend and use them again on the next project."

N.C.

"Highly recommend, having done a number of jobs for me and always completing on schedule and in budget. There was good communication and the carpenter worked hard. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend or hire them again."

S.B.

"We have been working with Maarten and his team for over a year now and his work has been varied, from rebuilding complicated oak windows to fine work on decorative lamps. They have been extremely skilled and artistic, able to advise on aesthetics and produce very detailed and intricate work. Highly recommended!"

J. & S.B.

"Very solution orientated and professional in doing my loft conversion, the final product looks amazing and nicely increased the value of my property. Great to find a reliable crew that I can use over and over again. Thanks for all the work done! "

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