Stephen Graver

Welcome to Stephen Graver Ltd

“I worked as a carpenter for many years, but it wasn’t until the mid-nineties that I was asked to design and make a kitchen for a friend, and so it all began.

Our workshop, studio and office are in Wiltshire, and everything is designed and made on site. We specialise in creating bespoke kitchens, bathrooms and commissioned pieces of furniture, working closely with our clients at all stages of the project. We also offer a renovation service:

sometimes creating a perfect room requires altering an existing space.

You are warmly invited to visit our studio, have a tour around our workshop and meet the very craftsmen who would turn your idea into a reality. We work tirelessly to ensure that, from the very first meeting to the final handover, you are involved and informed every step of the way.

We are on hand throughout the project: it is not just a job for us, we put our heart and soul into

providing you with your dream project, delivered to perfection.

It is with huge pride that we can show some of our projects to you in this brochure.

We look forward to working with you.”

Stephen Graver - Founder

Kitchen: Lansdown Our clients had just relocated from London and they wanted an elegant kitchen for their townhouse which is set in a beautiful crescent in Bath. It was the shape of the crescent which inspired the design of the island, featuring both convex and concave cupboards to soften the visual outline of the space, whilst offering plenty of storage. The handsome Wolf range is enhanced with a pro-wall hood, creating a strong focal point. The hand painted finish and elegant pull handles are complemented by the beautiful granite work surfaces and splash back. Customer Testimonial: “The kitchen provides a big ‘wow-factor’ when people visit. It is an unusual design, with the curves and shape echoing the architectural features of the house and of the crescent itself. Arriving at the design was a very interactive process with ideas being contributed from both sides, but being held together with Stephen’s expertise and vision.”

Kitchen: Oldfield

There were two rooms that could potentially be the kitchen and we did designs for both. We decided to use the West room of the house as it suited the requirements better. A family room with soft seating at the kitchen table and casual island eating were the requirements for this kitchen. The room was prepared with new limestone flooring. The clients chose the colours to be sympathetic to their Lacanche range cooker. The cupboards were hand painted on site by our specialist team. The work surfaces are 30mm and Carrara marble with matching upstands.

Customer Testimonial: “We purchased a Victorian house in need of a full renovation. We wanted to ensure the kitchen was elegant, light and welcoming. Our kitchen is more than just another room in the house; it is where we spend time socialising with our family and friends. Thanks to Stephen, we are delighted with how the room looks, feels and functions and would happily use him again.”

Kitchen: Hurstbourne

Our clients had purchased a run down manor house and were doing major renovations on the whole house. Our brief was to design a large kitchen with an informal dining area and soft seating. The biggest challenge was how to create a practical kitchen around the six windows that were featured along one wall. The centre piece of this kitchen is the island, ideal for informal eating. American black walnut was used for the internal drawers which contrasted beautifully with the crisp white hand painted units, fitted with American pull handles. The finishing touch is the 50mm thick marble work surface, giving a feel of pure indulgence. Partnered with a Wolf range cooker and Sub-Zero fridge freezer, this kitchen knows no boundaries.

Client Testimonial: “I have been fortunate to have had two Stephen Graver kitchens installed over the past few years; a more contemporary one in London and a more traditional one in the country. They are both completely different in style but beautifully crafted and have lasted the test of time. The team at Stephen Graver were always utterly professional and attentive to the detail during the design process and with the after care service.”

Kitchen: The Manor House

The brief was to create a complete family living space in this stunning new extension. An AGA was the client’s choice for cooking, either side we fitted stainless steel work tops. The ice box handles and hinges add that little something extra. With clever thought out storage we didn’t need wall cabinets, so the client chose beautiful artwork instead. Either side of the fridge freezer, pantry style cupboards incorporate great storage.

Client Testimonial: “We were in the process of a large renovation and visited Stephen at his showroom in search of our dream kitchen. We were impressed at the diversity of his designs and the standard of workmanship. He was extremely good at interpreting our wishes whilst ensuring the end result was both aesthetic as well as functional. We couldn’t have achieved a better result and were so thrilled with the kitchen that we commissioned a bespoke wine cellar.”

Kitchen: Malmesbury

The house was part of a major renovation and we were commissioned to design an open plan kitchen and living area. Our client wanted two Sub-Zero fridge freezers which we used to frame the Everhot range cooker, creating symmetry. The hand-painted cabinets are fitted with heavy duty pull handles, purchased in the USA and nickel plated in the UK. The stunning central island is ideal for food preparation and informal dining alike. We wanted to maximise storage space by extending the cupboards towards the fireplace. One large cupboard and three work stations were cleverly disguised behind folding doors, to reveal a tea and coffee station and an abundance of storage space. We designed horizontal planking for the walls and this followed through on the cupboard doors.

Kitchen: Nash

Following discussion with the clients we decided to create a large contemporary island surrounded by traditional cupboards. The design influences for the floor to ceiling cupboards were taken from the external wall surfaces of the house, the drawers represent large blocks of stone and the door panels large windows. The island is made using American black walnut with stainless steel feet. It features a combination of drawers and cupboards, including sliding doors to access the centre of the island. The granite work surfaces complement the combination of materials.

Customer Testimonial:“With Stephen Graver you not only get a top quality kitchen and thought through design but also an incredible ‘wow’ factor. He was able to transform a poor brief into the perfect kitchen design for our home. Brilliant at interpreting space, incorporating the client’s ideas and producing stylish, functional designs. Thoroughly recommend.”

Kitchen: The Pantry

Behold this stunning addition to the Hurstbourne kitchen, a pantry fit for a king. Hand-painted in a crisp white with white wall tiles and stunning 30mm thick Carrara marble work tops, this is a pantry to be proud of. Fitted with professional appliances and a fantastic stainless steel sink, it’s as amazing as any other Stephen Graver kitchen. With a genuine New England look and feel, this pantry will feel as fresh and attractive as the day it was made.

Customer Testimonial:“I have been fortunate to have had two Stephen Graver kitchens over the past few years, he also designed my pantry in the country. I love each and every one and have never tired of them. They are all completely different in style but they are all beautifully crafted and have lasted the test of time. The team at Stephen Graver were always utterly professional and attentive to the detail both during the design process and with the after care service.”

Kitchen: Somerset

The existing kitchen was contemporary but our clients wanted to revert back to a traditional room that suited the style of its surroundings. The biggest challenge was to create enough storage space without making it look over crowded. We used the existing alcoves either side of the chimney breast to create cupboards, making sure the style of doors suited the period of the house. The high-level cabinets offer exceptional storage for items that aren’t used on a regular basis. We selected a traditional stone floor that worked well with the grandeur of the house.

Client Testimonial: “To say that Stephen Graver makes bespoke kitchens really only tells half the story. He effectively manages a project from concept to completion bringing design ideas and a wealth of experience along the way. The Stephen Graver team are true perfectionists. They have an eye for detail and quality that sets them apart from most of their competitors.”

Kitchen: The Rectory

The kitchen needed to be family orientated, as well as stylish and elegant. The key ingredient for this project was chunky chrome pull handles and hinges, these dictated a chunky door and a strong frame to balance their size. The overall colour scheme was calm and light, this palette lent itself to painted cabinets with marble work tops and stainless steel accents. The island posts have stainless steel feet, which were sourced and manufactured locally to our design specification. The Sub-Zero fridge and Wolf range are a strong visual centrepiece, which defines the style of the kitchen.

Customer Testimonial: “I saw Stephen’s work at Lucknam Park cookery school. After visiting the studio I knew that Stephen would give me the kitchen I wanted. My husband and I were involved in the design process from beginning to end and Stephen and his team were brilliant, not over-bearing, very helpful with any queries and they were very flexible and co-operative with a massive team of builders who were preparing the space for them We love the kitchen, it makes me happy every time I walk into it the morning, everyone compliments it and I’m now thinking of how Stephen can sort out a bathroom we have that is in dire need of the Graver touch.”

Kitchen: Dormer Cottage

Our clients visited the studio, both wanted completely different styles, one wanted beautiful wood in a contemporary style and the other wanted very traditional painted style. Therefore we had to combine both elements that created a kitchen that fulfilled both requirements. The contemporary island, wall cupboards and floor to ceiling cupboards are made from American black walnut which contrasts beautifully with the shaker style hand painted kitchen units. Stainless steel plinths around the cabinets add the final touch. The honed marble work tops beautifully complement this stunning kitchen. We suggested having a splash back with a difference, and this was to be a painting behind a glass panel which the client personally chose. The clients were tasked to choose artwork that would create a feature and add fun.

Kitchen: Hampton

Our client was looking for a Colonial American influence. Two Sub-Zero fridge freezers were the starting point to create symmetry with a large AGA as the main cooking source. As part of our on site work we formed the breast arrangement around the AGA incorporating the framing for the fridges. This then gave us two alcoves where we could fit wall cupboards and drawers below. The horizontal planking on the walls and icebox handles and hinges purchased in the USA continued the theme. The substantial island links the kitchen with the rest of the large dining area. The hand painted white kitchen cupboards are finished beautifully with 40mm Carrara marble.

Cookery School: Lucknam Park Hotel

Lucknam Park Hotel and Spa originally approached Stephen Graver in July 2011 with the premise of whether we would like to become a ‘supplying partner’ of the soon to launch Cookery School. The construction of the furniture had to be of the highest quality, not just in appearance but also durability as the Cookery School would be taking up to fifty people a week. For the kitchen cupboards the chefs wanted the oak drawers with the cluster oak panels which they first saw in our studio and so we complemented these with 30mm granite work tops. The brief was to create workstations for ten people, two at each station, plus a station for the chef for demonstration purposes. During the design process it actually worked out that twelve workstations suited the room better. Each area featured an oven, hob, stainless steel sink and storage drawers. Stainless steel plinths were added for extra durability in a commercial environment. Fhiaba fridge freezers were chosen on the basis that they could be switched from fridge freezer to all refrigerator, this gave the chefs more flexibility depending on what dishes they were creating.

Kitchen: The Old Bakery

The original architects had drawn the kitchen at the opposite end of the room but we suggested a complete reversal. By repositioning French doors and the way the garden worked, the room was transformed. Our client decided to have the AGA in a bold colour to add impact. The cupboards are a traditional shaker style with glass bar handles, but we offered the client a unique ‘signature’ cutlery drawer to be painted in their favourite colour pink. We also decided to paint the internals of the curved cupboards pink, this has a dramatic impact upon opening.

Customer Testimonial: “It’s amazing how many visitors entering our kitchen for the first time utter the word ‘wow’. The attractiveness of the design matches the carefully planned practicality. Stephen’s help was not limited to the kitchen, with his input the whole orientation of the room was altered to produce an improved layout, which has proved invaluable. The whole team was a pleasure to work with.”

Kitchen: Edington

A contemporary kitchen designed for a contemporary extension. Sleek lines were called for in the design so the material used is high gloss acrylic. The drawers and carcass material are American black walnut, a great contrast to the white. Being an exceptional cook our client was very specific on how the kitchen flowed and worked, together we created this modern masterpiece. The floors are large format honed Carrara marble with under floor heating. The work surfaces are stunningly beautiful with exceptional markings of turquoise.

Customer Testimonial: “Stephen came and talked through initial ideas to get us thinking about how we would use the room. With Stephen’s help and advice we ended up with a fantastic family living space. Stephen’s attention to detail with design and the attentive service of all the Graver team made the whole project stress free.”

Kitchen: Trebarwith

A handcrafted shaker style kitchen, hand-painted in colours inspired by the surrounding coastal landscape. Heavy duty American pull handles complement the crisp clean lines of the furniture. A bespoke canopy sits above the range and gives a continental touch to an otherwise typical coastal look. English blue grey slate features as the main work top, with quartz for the island.

Customer Testimonial:“I found Stephen and his team to be of the highest standard with outstanding craftsmanship and expertise. The kitchen is truly bespoke, I asked Stephen to copy a French style hood over the cooker from a magazine picture, including stainless steel rivets and it was faithfully reproduced in every detail. I also designed a basin stand for the house which was also built by Stephen, again beautifully put together and finished. I would not hesitate to recommend Stephen Graver kitchens as the best you will find.”

Bathroom: Wraxall

A former bedroom in a historic listed building which was in need of sympathetic restoration to create a master bedroom suite. The construction work consisted of a complete strip out of existing furniture and fittings, and installing new plumbing and drainage systems. Our client wanted to achieve a restful and elegant space to relax, bathe and dress. We created a luxurious bathroom with an adjoining dressing room. The existing cast iron bath was refurbished and reused. The inspiration for the colour scheme came from a beautiful ceramic bowl, and the inclusion of an old treasured mirror was essential. The beamed wall was uncovered and a new wooden floor was laid over the existing floor in this unusual listed building.

Bathroom: Edington

This was a much bigger building project that we were involved with. We had to create a full bathroom within the confines of the roof space. The main challenge was to accommodate a shower and a bath given the restricted headroom. We decided to have the shower set behind the bath wall. This enabled a full size ‘wet room’ shower with the vanity unit on the left and the WC on the right. The outcome, a spacious light and airy bathroom without compromise.

Customer Testimonial:“We are so grateful we contacted Stephen Graver, we were going round in circles with other designers and not one inspired us. We knew Stephen made kitchens but not bathrooms but a friend suggested we try him. On the first visit we talked about what we wanted, he took this on board and came back with three options. Although not the cheapest the true value was in the design. Thank you for making it fun along the way.”

Bathroom: Wellow

The brief was to have a shower, bath, WC and twin basins on a vanity unit. The room was previously a bedroom so no services were in the room. New services, including connections to the mains drainage and installing hot and cold water supplies, were installed. Re-plastering was carried out completely. New engineered oak flooring was laid with electric under floor heating.

Customer Testimonial: “We wanted to keep within the historical setting but we wanted something special. Whilst working with the idiosyncrasies of the house, Stephen designed and installed a fabulous bathroom with a beautifully crafted vanity unit, stunning marble shower and an engineered oak floor which all complement the sensitivities of the period property, whilst adding a subtle contemporary edge.”

Bathroom: Nash

Our client required a walk-in shower, a sumptuous copper freestanding bath and a WC. The bathroom to the master suite was created in an existing bedroom. They also wanted to incorporate a dressing room area within this room; which was to feature a two-basin oak vanity unit, together with tall curved oak cabinets, finished beautifully with tan leather handles.

Customer Testimonial: “Our first project was a Stephen Graver kitchen. We were so impressed with the quality we subsequently commissioned stand-alone furniture, a dressing room and a fitted bedroom from Stephen Graver Ltd. Stephen is brilliant at interpreting space, incorporating the client’s ideas and producing stylish, functional designs. Thoroughly recommend.”

Bathroom: Heytesbury

A stylish and sleek bathroom featuring a vanity unit and WC unit in wenge wood with a maple top, partnered with a bath that incorporates a stunning curved bath panel in wenge. This beautifully designed bathroom creates a luxurious sanctuary for whiling the hours away.

Customer Testimonial: “Stephen thinks outside the box, he is creative and loves a challenge. Stephen and his team gave us the ‘wow’ factor in the bathroom that we had envisaged. They are professional, personable and knowledgeable with a good sense of humour. Patience and attention to detail made it possible for us to take our time to plan and re-plan our ideas for our needs and desires. Since our first project we have since used his service many times to include upgrading other bathrooms, a new kitchen and an extension. Our first impressions have remained unchanged and we would not hesitate to recommend Stephen Graver and his team to anyone in the future.”

Bespoke Furniture

At Stephen Graver, we feel that our furniture design goes the extra mile in excellence. Beautiful handcrafted pieces with exceptional detail to make them stand out from anything on the high street. If you don’t want to follow the crowd and conform to a regular piece of furniture, then bring your ideas to us.

Whether you require an occasional piece for your hallway, shelving for a collection of books or clever storage for your media equipment, every piece of furniture is carefully considered to ensure we achieve the optimum level of style and functionality.

Experience the knowledge and skill of our craftsmen as they bring your dream furniture to life.

Get in touch with us to discuss what we can do for you.

Home Renovations

When creating the perfect room there may be a requirement to enlarge an existing space through an alteration or an addition to the original structure. Not only do we have a team of experienced builders made up of carpenters and wet trades, we have sub-contractors for electrical, heating and plumbing work.

Working with architects, interiors designers, property developers and private clients, we aim to exceed your expectations in all that we do.

We are happy to take on any size project, from putting up a shelf to building a house and anything in-between.

Get in touch with us to discuss what we can do for you.

Contact Us

You are warmly invited to visit our studio in Steeple Ashton, Wiltshire. We are open Monday to Friday 9.00am until 5.00pm, either arrange a visit or just pop in. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee as you wander around. The studio is a lifestyle space which allows you to envisage products in your own home. You could even have an informal chat with Stephen himself. Alternatively please call us to discuss your requirements over the phone.

Address: Elmsgate, Edington Road, Steeple Ashton, Wiltshire, BA14 6HPPhone: 01380 871746Email: sales@stephengraver.comWeb: www.stephengraver.com

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