Crafts CouncilDirectoryA. P. LapthornFurniture MakerChatham, EnglandFurniture makingWoodworkingWebsiteAboutInfoHaving spent the early part of his working life as a shipwright he went on to study "Furniture Finecraftsman and Design at Rycotewood college, Thame. The high standard of craftsmanship and attention to detail along with a comprehensive knowledge of materials and pleasure in the making is evident in his work. His work is characterised by strong sculptural elements. Working predominantly in European hardwoods, he often calls upon the decorative and structural qualities of other materials.Focus:Bespoke furnitureCV:Download documentCommissions:Available for commissionsAboutHaving spent the early part of his working life as a shipwright he went on to study "Furniture Finecraftsman and Design at Rycotewood college, Thame. The high standard of craftsmanship and attention to detail along with a comprehensive knowledge of materials and pleasure in the making is evident in his work. His work is characterised by strong sculptural elements. Working predominantly in European hardwoods, he often calls upon the decorative and structural qualities of other materials.InfoFocus:Bespoke furnitureCV:Download documentCommissions:Available for commissionsWebsiteProject'Hi' chairProjectDockyard BenchProjectSt John's AltarProjectOrbital tableProjectAllen's Pond bench seatProjectCoffee tableProjectBonheur du JourProjectRemnantProjectEpiscopal kitProjectSeaCraft