Custom Furniture Design Process | Luke's Furniture Company

Hands developing a furniture design drawing

DESIGN, PROPOSAL & APPROVAL

Clear choices before the work begins.

Refine the design.

Start with an established style or your own inspiration. We’ll work through dimensions, proportions, wood, finish and the details that affect daily use. For dining projects, we plan seating and base clearances alongside the table.

Your proposal confirms the agreed design, current schedule, delivery scope and payment terms before your order proceeds.

Build and finish with care.

Signature, Natura and Reserve pieces are handcrafted in our Wilmington, North Carolina workshop. Milling, joinery, sanding and finishing all contribute to a piece made for everyday use. Our LFC Performance Finish is designed to resist water rings, stains and daily wear while keeping the wood’s character in view.

Plan the arrival.

We’ll confirm transport, placement and any setup or installation your project needs. Local delivery and nationwide white glove arrangements are planned around the piece and destination. For built-ins and larger projects, we work through access, installation and final positioning as part of the agreed scope.

See the pricing guide

PAYMENT TERMS & PROJECT TIMING

We’ll make the next steps clear before you place an order.

50% to begin. 50% on completion.

A 50% deposit gets your order started. The remaining 50% is due when your order is completed. Your proposal confirms the agreed scope, schedule and delivery arrangements.

How long does a custom project take?

These collection timeframes can help you plan:

Studio: 6–10 weeks
Signature: 3–6 months
Natura: 3–6+ months
Reserve: 6–12 months
Most other furniture projects: 3–6 months

Design complexity, materials and the current schedule affect timing. We’ll confirm the timeline for your project during the design phase. If you have a move-in date or occasion in mind, share it at the beginning.

GOOD TO KNOW

Here are a few things you may be wondering.

Can I begin with a style I see here?

Yes. Begin with a Studio or Signature style, and we’ll work through the available sizes, woods and finishes together.

Do I need exact dimensions before I request a quote?

No. Rough dimensions and a room photograph are enough for our first conversation. Final specifications are confirmed before an order.

How long will my project take?

The design, materials and current workshop commitments shape the schedule. Your proposal confirms the timing for your project.

From an Idea to a Piece You’ll Live With

We’ll work through the choices together.

Start with your space.

Make it your own.

Bring it home.