About Knot

At Knot Design we create timeless fine furniture from a small studio and workshop in central London. We draw inspiration from the geometric patterns in the environment around us; both from the natural world and urban surroundings. Our style is most aligned with the qualities of mid 20th Century Scandinavian design, with a focus on materials, simplicity, function and elegance.

We work with our clients in a variety of ways. Our shop contains a core collection of furniture items that are made-to-order. For many of these we offer customisation choices to change (for example) timbers and dimensions. We also offer a fully bespoke service where we can design a unique piece of furniture to the clients’ specifications. Finally, the team has experience in working to plans from interior designers and private clients.

Will James is the owner and head maker at Knot Design. He has many years of experience making bespoke fine furniture for discerning clients in London and beyond. Originally self taught, Will has honed his skills at the internationally renowned Waters & Acland furniture school in the Lake District, UK.

What makes Knot Design different?

Locally sourced timber

We purchase our timber from as close to home as possible. We work primarily with two suppliers in the South East, to source the finest British timber. Their stock comes from managed forests and estates, as well as urban trees, felled for a variety of reasons. These urban trees would be chipped if not used for furniture.
Putting back what we take out

Sustainability drives the decisions we make every day at Knot. We challenge ourselves to source and produce in the most environmentally sympathetic way we can. In fact timber is an excellent means of carbon capture, but felling trees only makes ecological sense if they are replaced. For every piece of furniture we sell, we plant a new urban tree in the UK by donating to Trees for Cities, who to date have planted over 1.5m urban trees.
Built to last

Whether it is the time-tested use of hand-cut dovetail joinery or the latest in CNC technology, our furniture is made to last the test of time. We will support all clients throughout the design process to create a piece of furniture that is both attractive and durable.
Mind over material

Working with natural materials, and putting energy into the creative process has been proven to lessen anxiety, reduce stress and increase positive emotions. These benefits can be hard to come by for many, and we do not take them for granted at Knot. 1% of our profits are donated each year to Mind, the mental health charity to provide support to those in need.
Environmentally friendly finishes

Our furniture is finished with a range of natural waxes and oils. All finishes are low VOC and child safe. The ingredients work with the structure of the wood to provide lasting protection.
Powered by renewables

Our workshop, as well as many of the deliveries we make, are powered wholly by renewable sources. Buying wooden furniture is already an excellent means of capturing the earth’s carbon but through our use of renewables we ensure that we emit as little carbon as possible.