Got a small apartment or an odd-shaped room to fill? Or tired of beds and sofas that just won’t fit? Customised furniture could be the ideal solution! There are countless furniture stores in Singapore that offer bespoke services that’ll let you choose everything from the size and shape to the materials used to make your new bed, dining table, desk and even mattress. Sure, it may take more time for custom furniture to be completed, but we think they’re definitely worth the wait! Check out these furniture companies who can help you get the job done with some made-to-order pieces.
WTP The Furniture Company
WTP The Furniture Company offers customised upholstered items as well as those in wood, marble, glass and stainless steel – from made-to-order beds and sofas to dining tables and consoles. The customisation process takes anything from two to 12 weeks, depending on the type of item and complexity of design.
Tip from the WTP team:
“Think about lifestyle changes that may happen – such as not customising a white sofa just as you get a new puppy, or custom-making a glass coffee table as your toddler is learning to walk.”
Hear from a happy customer:
“I customised an upholstered armchair to complement a sofa I already had. I was initially unable to find a ready-made one that I liked. I love that the style reflects who I am. We borrowed elements from different styles so I was a little worried about the final product, but it was perfect. If I’d seen it ready-made, I would have bought it immediately!” – Vanessa Robbins
3 Kung Chong Road
6235 2760 | wtpstyle.com
Woody Antique House
Woody Antique House customises furniture using a selection of materials, from recycled elm and camphor from China, reclaimed teakwood from Indonesia to golden teak from Burma. Suggest a design or take reference from ready-made pieces. Showroom pieces can be modified to your needs, such as adding or removing shelves or repainting.
Tip from the Woody Antique team:
“Start early as the whole customisation process may take six to fourteen weeks depending on design complexity.”
Hear from a happy customer:
“The bars in the showroom had a top shelf that opened fully outwards to create a bar, but we wanted to keep the top for placing ornaments. We were pleased that they could customise it. I saw a medicine cabinet and asked to recreate the effect of the drawers in front. The inside was straightforward: space for bottles in the doors, shelves for glasses, a wine rack and some drawers. We had it done with an old lacquered paint effect and in turquoise blue. We love how it turned out. It’s our favourite piece of furniture!” – Laurie Coull
Blk 13 Dempsey Road, #01-05
6471 1770 | woodyantique.com | facebook.com/woodyantique
Ipse Ipsa Ipsum
This Singapore-based furniture brand can help you customise your perfect piece of bespoke home furniture. Consoles, sofas, dining chairs, coffee tables, shelves and poufs can be made in marble, semi-precious stone, leather, acrylic, wood, metal and even with beautiful bone inlay patterns. Just let the team know your specifications and your item will be ready within two to three months.
Tip from the Ipse Ipsa Ipsum team:
“Ensure you get your space dimension correct so there will be no errors when your items are ordered.”
Hear from a happy customer:
“We needed dining chairs and we got Ipse Ipsa Ipsum to customise six Jaipur Chairs for us. We like the design so much; it’s very elegant and unique. We were also able to choose the materials and finish. It perfectly matched our home design! Having what you want and being part of the design process offered us much value.” – Leslie
#11-02 Tan Boon Liat Building, 315 Outram Road
9021 0437 | samandsarahome.com
European Bedding
Looking for an odd-sized mattress? European Bedding customises natural organic latex mattresses in up to eight weeks. Get them in the perfect size, height and firmness level for a good night’s sleep.
Tip from the European Bedding team:
“Ensure you take accurate measurements. Get the team to come down to take them if necessary.”
Hear from a happy customer:
“We were replacing our queen-sized bed to fit our growing family. Our main requirement was a bed big enough for two adults, two kids and potentially two dogs. My husband is tall, so the bed had to be at least two metres by two metres. Having suffered with soft mattresses in the past, we wanted a firm one. We visited European Bedding and, after trying the products, we decided we wanted an organic latex mattress with a slatted bed base. We had the bed frame custom made and the mattress done so that it had medium firmness on one side, and was firm on the other.” – Gabriella Still
European Bedding
32 Eng Hoon Street, Level 2
6735 6658 | europeanbedding.sg
Retro Dec
With over 25 years of experience, Retro Dec offers customised furniture painting services for all types of furniture including cabinets, tables, chairs, benches and consoles. Have them transform your furniture within four or five days, either using styles such as distressed, metallic and whitewash effects, or just applying fresh coats of vibrant colours.
Tip from the Retro Dec team:
“Want to make an impression? Opt for a bright colour finish or special effects like a champagne finish or whitewash effect to create a statement.”
Hear from a happy customer:
“Retro Dec was recommended to me by a friend, and I also had them paint my apartment. We revamped two pieces for my girls’ bedrooms: an old bookshelf with water stains and a cabinet with scratches from my naughty cat. I had initially considered throwing them both out. The newly distressed shelf and cabinet (in light pink and blue respectively) are now great additions to brighten up their bedrooms.” – Tracy Gummer
Gallery 278
Gallery 278 offers everything from upholstered sofas and four-poster beds to storage shelving and even accent cushions. Depending on the item, custom-making an item can take anything from one to seven days to 16 weeks. The store also has an in-house carpentry and varnishing workroom where any existing piece can be modified or refinished.
Tip from the Gallery 278 team:
“Take note of the space you want the piece to be in. This is especially so if you feel that there may be limitations in the delivery process, such the furniture being too large to fit in a doorway or lift. You may require on-site installation or modification of the design.”
Hear from a happy customer:
“We customised shelving units for our CD collection as we couldn’t find anything suitable elsewhere. It complements our existing furniture as it’s made of the same wood and stained to match. Our full CD collection is now displayed and enjoyed fully! We like that the furniture at Gallery 278 is fair trade-registered and that the wood products are from renewable sources.” – Angela and Steinar
278 River Valley Road
6737 2322 | gallery278.com
Arete Culture
The Bespoke Boutique Collection is Arete Culture’s in-house line of made-to-order furniture. All pieces are made with solid teak, oak and walnut wood to ensure durability. From bookshelves and armchairs to bedside tables and desks, the items are made and assembled in Singapore, and you can pick your desired material, finish, colour and size. Delivery takes up to three weeks; if there’s a longer wait, a complimentary stand-in piece will be provided.
Tip from the Arete Culture team:
“Darker furniture tends to have a longer lifespan, as wear and tear doesn’t show up as easily.”
Hear from a happy customer:
“We were looking for a dining table of a specific length that could fit ten people comfortably. We found that what we wanted was best customised and we loved the design we saw at Arete Culture. We ended up customising a dining table, dining chairs, a living room console, coffee table and sideboard” – Poonam Jeswani
#06-01 Tan Boon Liat Building, 315 Outram Road
9640 3829 | areteculture.com
Grey and Sanders
Looking for a new dining table or wardrobe? Grey and Sanders offers made-to-order live-edge wooden tables and modular wardrobes. Just choose your preferred wood type for your table top and legs from the catalogue and you’re all set. Similarly, for your wardrobe, choose your ideal size and you’ll be on your way to achieving your dream closet. Customisation takes about one week.
Tip from the Grey and Sanders team:
“Ensure that you communicate clearly about what you require and desire. If you can, come in with precise measurements and even a floor plan.”
Hear from a happy customer:
“Looking for a one-of-a-kind statement piece, I customised a live-edge wooden table made of American black walnut from the store. I love the table, as it adds to the cosiness of my home and matches my floor tiles. It has stunning grains that look different under various angles and lighting.” – Laura Forley
#06-02 Tan Boon Liat Building, 315 Outram Road
8371 8864 | greyandsanders.com
CUSTO
On design platform CUSTO, you can get your hands on made-to-measure and eco-friendly storage furniture, including shelves, cabinets and sideboards. Use their innovative 3D online customisation tool to create your personal set of shelves that perfectly matches your specific space requirements. The bespoke furniture are made of durable quality plywood and the joint system allows for easy assembly. Choose from three finishes: matte black and walnut brown. You can even add your initials to the doors free of charge.
Tip from the CUSTO team:
“If you want a piece that fits snugly between two other items, the correct measurement is of critical importance.”
Hear from a happy customer:
“I was in desperate need of sorting out our closet; we have a lot of closets, but they only had hanger space and we needed shelves. Using the CUSTO website, I was able to completely customise the shelves that I wanted to insert into the closets I already had at home. Voila – my closet space problem was solved!” – Bojan
9810 6417 | customizedstorage.com
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