As a Designer / Craftsman of fine contemporary furniture, John Piekaar works mainly with private clients. Work is also undertaken in collaboration with architects and interior designers.

Inspiration is taken from the natural world or architectural details. Sometimes the smallest scraps of wood can inspire the next chest of drawers or hall table.

As the projects are commission based, the process is a collaboration between client and maker.

The design proposal is then supplemented with drawings, scale models and timber samples.

Once confirmed, a deposit secures the job within the discussed time frame.