G32Bespoke Joinery · Fulham, London

Fulham Alcove Units

A pair of dark fitted alcove units with integrated shelving, concealed storage and fine brass detailing.

Project case study

Design, fitting and craftsmanship details

A pair of dark fitted alcove units with integrated shelving, concealed storage and fine brass detailing.

  • Fitted alcove cabinetry
  • Integrated open shelving
  • Concealed lower storage
  • Brass detailing

Fitted furniture shaped to the alcoves

This Fulham project uses fitted cabinetry within the room's alcoves, combining open shelving above with concealed storage below.

The dark finish gives the units a strong architectural presence while keeping the fireplace and surrounding room as the central composition.

The demanding part: working with existing architecture

Alcove furniture depends on accurate survey because the surrounding walls, chimney breast, floors and ceilings define every visible junction.

The two sides also need to relate closely to one another so the finished installation feels balanced even when the existing room is not perfectly symmetrical.

Open display and concealed storage

The shelving creates dedicated space for books and decorative objects, while the lower cabinets keep everyday storage out of view.

This combination keeps the room practical without making the fitted furniture visually heavy from floor to ceiling.

Detail and finish

Fine brass details provide a controlled contrast against the darker cabinetry and help define selected edges and divisions.

The close-up photography shows the joinery as a furniture piece rather than simply built-in storage.

The finished result

The completed alcove units add storage and display space while remaining closely integrated with the existing architecture.

For similar alcove units, fitted shelving and living-room joinery, Form & Frame can coordinate survey, technical development, specialist manufacture where appropriate, installation and final adjustment.

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