Job Description

Bespoke Furniture Designer

Company:

GRAPHENE & INTEKA

Location:

Onsite / Client Sites

Job Type:

Full-time

GRAPHENE and INTEKA are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented

Bespoke Furniture Designer

to join our team. This role suits a designer with strong technical expertise, hands-on knowledge of bespoke furniture production, and confidence working directly with clients, suppliers, and workshop teams.

The Role

You will design and deliver bespoke furniture projects from initial concept through to manufacture and installation, taking ownership of design, specification, material selection, purchasing, and coordination with suppliers and carpenters.

Key Responsibilities

Design bespoke furniture using

Google SketchUp

to a high technical standard Produce professional

client presentations in Adobe PDF

format Meet clients onsite to discuss requirements, present designs, and advise on finishes

Source and purchase materials

for all projects, liaising with approved suppliers Prepare and manage

samples of materials, finishes, and hardware

for client approval Translate designs into accurate

cut lists for cut and edge suppliers

Work closely with

carpenters and workshop teams

to ensure designs are correctly implemented Specify and integrate

bespoke furniture components

such as hinges, runners, and specialist fittings Design and specify

lighting solutions

, including LED strip systems Ensure designs are practical, buildable, and aligned with production capabilities
Required Skills & Experience

Extensive experience using

Google SketchUp

for bespoke furniture design Strong knowledge of

woodworking materials

, including MR-MDF, MFC, veneers, and solid woods Proven experience

sourcing and purchasing materials

for bespoke furniture projects Strong understanding of

finishing methods

, including painting, oiling, and staining Experience producing

technical drawings, specifications, and cut lists

Familiarity with furniture hardware, fittings, and integrated lighting systems Confident communicator with experience meeting and advising clients Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Essential Requirements

Full, clean driving licence

Ability to travel to client sites as required

Right to work in the UK

Desirable

Experience in a

bespoke furniture, joinery, or interiors environment

Understanding of workshop manufacturing and on-site installation processes
What We Offer

Opportunity to work on

high-quality bespoke furniture projects

Collaborative and skilled team environment Varied role covering design, procurement, and delivery Competitive salary, dependent on experience
How to Apply

Please apply via Indeed with your CV and, where possible, a

portfolio demonstrating bespoke furniture or joinery projects

.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary, Fixed term contract, Freelance, Zero hours contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: From 15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 50 per week

Benefits:

Company events Flexitime On-site parking Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Watford WD18 8XU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

Joinery: 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Watford WD18 8XU (required)
Willingness to travel:

50% (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Watford WD18 8XU