John Lewis of Hungerford are specialists in designing, making and installing kitchens and cabinetry for around the home. Every piece is carefully crafted by hand, in England, just as it was when our founder took his first order – a Welsh dresser – in 1972.
John always delighted in using his natural love for great design to create the most beautiful spaces. Marrying a design’s style and practicality with how it makes you feel continues to be a cornerstone of our work.
Rooms are transformed into sanctuaries, unique spaces that effortlessly respond to those blessed to live in them… and that inspire a ‘wow!’ from friends and family entering them for the first time.
About Us
Explore Our Workshop
Run your hands over our elegant wood cabinetry and you will sense the care and craftsmanship in their creation. A devotion to detail permeates all our work and has for over 50 years. We are proud of that. Oxfordshire is where all John Lewis of Hungerford designs come to life. Our workshop there is run by 17 craftsmen and artisans led by Production Manager Lee, who has been with us for 35 years.
The Mill
Our mill is where we craft each individual component of every commission – doors, canopies, furniture and more.
The Paintshop
The work here is all about the feel. The team has to prime the material then sand it smooth, which demands a very delicate touch that takes time to master.
Dispatch
This is where we make sure everything from the paintshop is perfect before final assembly starts. Finally, each individual piece is wrapped ready for delivery.
We spray paint every piece by hand to create our popular satin or gloss finishes. Both are resistant to wet and dry heat, as well as marking by liquids, oils and solvents.
Our exclusive paint – independently tested and awarded the highest durability score of 5/ 5 – far exceeds domestic durability requirements.
Our Paint Colours
Enjoy a beautiful look for years with our ultra-tough wood paint, awarded the highest durability rating by independent research and testing organisation, SATRA.
An exclusive choice of bold and elegant shades make it easy to introduce luxury colour to the heart of your home. The character and warmth they add will look stunning for years.
Our 10-year
guarantee
All of our kitchen and bedroom collections and cabinetry come with a 10-year product and workmanship guarantee, when installed by us.
Our 10-year
guarantee
All of our kitchen and bedroom collections and cabinetry come with a 10-year product and workmanship guarantee, when installed by us.
Satin finishes
Bold colours on individual pieces of furniture or our glazed cabinets make a stunning design statement.
Satin finishes
Bold colours on individual pieces of furniture or our glazed cabinets make a stunning design statement.
Gloss Finishes
Add a gorgeous depth or pop of colour with our house palette of gloss paints – all exceptional at protecting against spills, cuts and knocks.
Gloss Finishes
Add a gorgeous depth or pop of colour with our house palette of gloss paints – all exceptional at protecting against spills, cuts and knocks.
About Us
Your Design Journey
We want you to fall in love with everything about your project, from the moment you first meet?us to enjoying your unique new space for years to come. We look forward to inspiring you with each step…
Call us or come to a showroom to see our award-winning kitchens and bedrooms up-close, meet our designers, and share your design vision. Or we can come to you.
Please have the basic measurements of your room ready. They can be architect’s drawings, builder’s plans or a quick hand-drawn sketch.
See your designs for the first time
60+ mins approximately, depending on the number of revisions
Within a week, 3D full-colour visuals of your brand new project will be ready. We will invite you back in to go through them and any finishing touches.
Your designer will arrange a site survey to draw up the specifications for complete accuracy.
We will make it
by hand…
8 weeks
Every piece is made, painted and assembled on-site in our Oxfordshire workshop, giving us full control over the standard of workmanship – and shorter production times.
Want to meet the people making your kitchen or bedroom? Ask your designer about a visit to our workshop.
…Then install it
Up to 2.5 weeks
Installing your unique project ourselves is important to keep things perfect. We are the first national kitchen retailer to have achieved membership to the government-approved British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installers. PS. Congratulations on your stunning new space!
Timings may vary on occasion, because each commission is unique.
• John Lewis launches his business in 1972 in Hungerford, Berkshire. He takes his first order, a Welsh dresser for £97.50.
• Three years later he signs the lease on a new showroom on Hungerford High Street.
• He goes on to get a much larger workshop too, in Oxfordshire.
Timeline
1980s
• In 1983 we introduce our first Shaker collection, the Edwardian Kitchen.
• We get a stand at the 1987 Interior Design International exhibition where Liberty of London asks John to open a showroom in their world-famous Regent Street department store.
• He says ‘yes’.
Timeline
1990s
• 1990 brings a collapse in the building trade. We survive by making tables for McDonalds.
• 1997: John Lewis of Hungerford becomes a public company.
• Our kitchen collections expands to include a new Shaker range, and the ultra-sleek Urban.
Timeline
2000s
• Two new launches: our retro-style Crème de la Crème kitchen, which goes on to become a design classic, plus our own exclusive paint range.
• 2004: Liberty is under new ownership and our showroom there closes.
• To stay in London, we open our largest showroom in Fulham. It becomes our flagship.
Timeline
2010s
• The doors of our Grade II-listed Beaconsfield showroom open. Our house paint collection achieves the highest durability rating by SATRA Technology Centre, certifying our kitchens for ‘severe use.’
• We launch our Pure kitchen design with handleless doors and solid blocks of colour.
• It wins Best Luxury Kitchen at the 2014 House Beautiful Awards
Discover the passion and find out why John Lewis started his business. Our film gives you a taste of the man, the emotions and the principles behind our very special company.
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Our Press Mentions
Over the years John Lewis of Hungerford designs have been featured in most of Britain's major newspapers and magazines, including:
“Working with this furniture production company was a game-changer for our home renovation. Their expertise in kitchen and bedroom designs brought our vision to life with impeccable craftsmanship and attention to detail.”
“I couldn't be happier with my new kitchen and bedroom furniture from this outstanding company. The quality of materials and the professionalism of the team exceeded all my expectations. Highly recommend!”
“From the initial design consultation to the final installation, the process was seamless. The team's dedication to creating the perfect spaces for our home was evident in every piece of furniture. Truly exceptional service and quality.”
“I was amazed at how the company managed to turn my small kitchen and bedroom into functional, beautiful spaces. Their innovative designs and efficient use of space have transformed my home. A heartfelt thank you to the entire team!”
“The attention to detail and customer service from this furniture production company is second to none. They listened to our needs, provided expert advice, and delivered stunning kitchen and bedroom furniture that we absolutely love.”
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