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dare studio
Contemporary Handmade Furniture & Lighting

Dare Studio is an award winning British design company producing contemporary furniture and lighting
products for luxury domestic interiors and high specification contract environments.
Established by Sean Dare in 2009, Dare Studio is a family run company championing the skills of the
finest craftsmen, setting a benchmark for the very best in contemporary design and manufacture.
All of our pieces are handmade to order with an acute attention to detail.
We use a combination of sophisticated techniques and the finest, carefully selected materials making
each and every piece special, something we are very proud of.
We can offer bespoke flexibility throughout our range allowing all of our pieces to be tailored to the
exact requirements of our customer.
As a studio, we also offer design and production services to the industry as well as the individual.
From one-off bespoke commissions to mass produced commercial solutions, Dare Studio can provide
the inspiration, understanding and integrity to exceed expectations.

Katakana Writing Desk

Katakana Low Chair

Section Console

Katakana Occasional Chair

Katakana Sofa Group

Hardy Wingback

Bronte Sofa Group

Ernest

Ernest Large Sofa

Jackson

Morgan Sideboard

Hardy Wingback Sofa

Bronte

Katakana Ottoman

Zephyr Bedframe

Kubrick Armoire

Morgan Lowboy

Cage Group

Wire Tables

Katakana Rocking Chair

Monarch Tables

Dixon Modular Storage Unit

Morgan Tallboy

Katakana Bar Stool

Fujiya Floor Lamp

Morgan Bedside

Spline Chair

Ariel

Betty Chair

Maya Desk

Snow Desk

Baker Chair

Fujiya Desk Lamp

Cork Rubber Mirrors

Snow Chair

Oskar Dining Table

Contents
5. Ariel Pendant Lamp
7. Baker Carver Chair
9. Baker Standard Chair
11. Betty Chair
13. Bronte Chair
15. Bronte Sofa
17. Cage Lamps
19. Cork Rubber Mirrors
21. Dixon Modular Storage Unit
23. Drone Table
25. Ernest Bench
27. Ernest Chair
29. Ernest Sofa
31. Fujiya Lamps
33. Hardy Wingback Chair
35. Hardy Wingback Sofa
37. Jackson Hatstand
39. Katakana Bar Stool
41. Katakana Desk
43. Katakana Dining Chair

45. Katakana Lounge Chair

47. Katakana Ottoman
49. Katakana Rocking Chair
51. Katakana Sofa
53. Kubrick Armoire
55. Maya Desk
57. Monarch Tables
59. Morgan Bedside Table
61. Morgan Sideboard
63. Morgan Tallboy
65. Oskar Dining Table
67. Prudence Nest
69. Section Console
71. Snow Chair
73. Snow Desk
75. Spline Chair
77. Strand Group
79. Wire Group
81. Zephyr Bedframe
83. Materials & Finishes

dare studio
www.darestudio.co.uk +44 (0) 1273 607192 info@darestudio.co.uk
All rights reserved 2013 Dare Studio

Ariel Lamps

Sean Dare - 2011

Ariel Lamps

Sean Dare - 2011

Construction: Powder coated or plated Aluminium.

Features: E27 bulb holder & 1m red braided cable. Brushed steel ceiling rose. Shade available in a choice of colours.
Dimensions: Medium H39cm Dia35cm, Large H54cm Dia50cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

Baker Dining Chair - Carver

Sean Dare - 2011

Baker Dining Chair - Carver

Sean Dare - 2011

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut, White Oak or Ash. Finish: Wax Oil.
Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM.
Dimensions: H79cm D50cm W55cm.

Baker Dining Chair - Standard

Sean Dare - 2011

Baker Dining Chair

Sean Dare - 2011

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut, White Oak or Ash. Finish: Wax Oil.
Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM.
Dimensions: H79cm D50cm W55cm.

Betty Chair

Sean Dare - 2012

Betty Chair

Sean Dare - 2012

Construction: Solid handmade Beech frame, screwed & glued.

Legs: American Black Walnut or White Oak
Upholstery: Fabric, Leather or COM.
Dimensions: H72cm W70cm D67cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Bronte Chair

Sean Dare - 2012

Bronte Chair

Sean Dare - 2012

Construction: Solid handmade Beech frame, screwed & glued. Suspension: Hand tied open coil springs.
Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM. Legs: American Black Walnut or White Oak.
Dimensions: H67cm D82cm W72cm
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Bronte Sofa

Sean Dare - 2012

Bronte Sofa

Sean Dare - 2012

Construction: Solid handmade Beech frame, screwed & glued. Suspension: Hand tied open coil springs.
Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM. Legs: American Black Walnut or White Oak.
Dimensions: H67cm D82cm Large W210cm, Medium W180cm, Small 145cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Cage Lamps

Sean Dare - 2009

Cage Lamps

Sean Dare - 2009

Construction: Powder coated or plated Aluminium.

Features: E27 Bulb Holder & 1m Red Braided Cable. Brushed steel Ceiling Rose. Shade available in a choice of colours.
Dimensions: Small H23cm Dia20cm, Medium H35cm Dia30cm, Large H52cm Dia46cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Cork Rubber Mirrors

Sean Dare - 2011

Cork Rubber Mirrors

Sean Dare - 2011

Construction: Cork Rubber and toughened mirrored glass, clear or antiqued.

Dimensions: D5cm Large Dia 85cm, Medium Dia 45cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Dixon Modular Storage Unit

Sean Dare - 2010

Dixon Modular Storage Unit

Sean Dare - 2010

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut or White Oak. Finish: Wax Oil or Colour Lacquer.
Features: 2 or 3 Drawers with leather lined drawer bases. Soft close runners. Optional Dividers and Back Panels.
Dimensions: H195cm D35cm Single Unit W95cm, Double Unit 190cm, Triple Unit 285cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Drone Table

Sean Dare - 2010

Drone Table

Sean Dare - 2010

Construction: Solid American Black Walnut, White Oak or Ash. Finish: Wax Oil.
Features: Round or triangular tops, distinctive angled and forked base.
Dimensions: H45cm Round Top Dia 45cm, Triangular Top W50cm D45cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Ernest Bench

(shown with Monarch side table)

Sean Dare - 2012

Ernest Bench

Sean Dare - 2012

Construction: Solid handmade Beech frame, screwed & glued.

Legs: American Black Walnut or White Oak.
Upholstery: Leather, fabric or COM.
Dimensions: H40cm D60cm Large W200cm, Small W150cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Ernest Chair

Sean Dare - 2012

Ernest Chair

Sean Dare - 2012

Construction: Solid handmade Beech frame, screwed & glued. Cushion Interior: Feather & Down.

Legs: American Black Walnut or White Oak.

Upholstery: Leather, fabric or COM.
Dimensions: H73cm D80cm W80cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Ernest Sofa

Sean Dare - 2012

Ernest Sofa

Sean Dare - 2012

Construction: Solid handmade Beech frame, screwed & glued. Cushion Interior: Feather & Down.
Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM. Legs: American Black Walnut or White Oak.
Dimensions: H73cm D80cm Large W210cm, Medium W180cm, Small W145cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Fujiya Floor & Desk Lamps

Sean Dare - 2009

Fujiya Floor & Desk Lamps

Sean Dare - 2009

Shade: Powder coated Mild Steel. Stand: Solid American Black Walnut or White Oak. Finish: Wax Oil.
Features: Switched BC Bulb Holder & Red Braided Cable. Shade available in a choice of colours.
Dimensions: Floor Lamp H165cm D58cm W70cm - Desk Lamp H65cm D26cm W32cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Hardy Wingback Chair

Sean Dare - 2011

Hardy Wingback Chair

Sean Dare - 2011

Construction: Solid handmade Beech frame, screwed & glued. Suspension: Hand tied open coil springs.

Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM. Legs: American Black Walnut or White Oak.
Dimensions: H125cm D85cm W75cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Hardy Wingback Sofa

Sean Dare - 2011

Hardy Wingback Sofa

Sean Dare - 2011

Construction: Solid handmade Beech frame, screwed & glued. Suspension: Hand tied open coil springs.

Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM. Legs: American Black Walnut or White Oak.
Dimensions: H125cm D85cm W145cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Jackson Hatstand
Sean Dare - 2011

Jackson Hatstand
Sean Dare - 2011

Construction: Solid American Black Walnut, White Oak or Ash.

Finish: Wax Oil. Dimensions: H175cm Dia47cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Katakana Bar Stool

Sean Dare - 2009

Katakana Bar Stool

Sean Dare - 2009

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut, White Oak or Beech. Finish: Wax Oil or Colour Lacquer.
Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM.
Dimensions: H93cm D55cm W55cm.

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Katakana Writing / Laptop Desk

Sean Dare - 2009

Katakana Writing / Laptop Desk

Sean Dare - 2009

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut or White Oak. Finish: Wax Oil. Writing Surface: Leather.
Features: Two large leather lined drawers, Two A4 Paper recesses, Central storage box with cable management.

No top storage option.

Dimensions: H85cm D70cm W120cm Surface Height 74cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Katakana Dining Chair

Sean Dare - 2009

Katakana Dining Chair

Sean Dare - 2009

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut or White Oak Finish: Wax Oil.
Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM.
Dimensions: H75cm D51cm W57cm.

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Katakana Lounge Chair

Sean Dare - 2009

Katakana Lounge Chair

Sean Dare - 2009

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut, White Oak or Beech. Finish: Wax Oil or Colour Lacquer.
Suspension: Pirelli Webbing, Foam Seat Cushion, Fibre Back Cushion.
Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM. Optional box border or pillow edge detail to back cushion.
Dimensions: H80cm D85cm W72cm.

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Katakana Ottoman
Sean Dare - 2010

Katakana Ottoman
Sean Dare - 2010

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut, White Oak or Beech. Finish: Wax Oil or Colour Lacquer.
Suspension: Pirelli Webbing, Foam Interior. Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM.
Dimensions: H42cm D69cm W72cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Katakana Rocking Chair

Sean Dare - 2012

Katakana Rocking Chair

Sean Dare - 2012

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut, White Oak or Beech. Finish: Wax Oil or Colour Lacquer.
Suspension: Pirelli Webbing, Foam Seat Cushion, Fibre Back Cushion.
Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM. Optional box border or pillow edge detail to back cushion.
Dimensions: H80cm D85cm W72cm.

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Katakana Sofa
Sean Dare - 2009

Katakana Sofa
Sean Dare - 2009

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut, White Oak or Beech. Finish: Wax Oil or Colour Lacquer.
Suspension: Pirelli Webbing, Foam Seat Cushion, Fibre Back Cushion. Upholstery: Leather, Fabric or COM.
Dimensions: H80cm D85cm Small W140cm, Medium W180cm, Large 210cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Kubrick Armoire
Sean Dare - 2011

Kubrick Armoire
Sean Dare - 2011

Frame: Solid & Veneered American Black Walnut or White Oak.

Finish: Clear Wax Oil or Colour Stain. Detail: Hand Chiselled 'Beaver Tooth' detailing to door and drawer fronts.
Features: 2 or 3 Drawers with leather lined drawer bases. Soft close runners & hinges. Adjustable Shelves or Clothes Rail.
Dimensions: H185cm D55cm Single Unit W70cm, Double Unit 140cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

Single Unit
Library / Bathroom / Kitchen

Single Unit
Wardrobe

Double Unit
Library / Bathroom / Kitchen

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Double Unit
Wardrobe

Maya Desk

James Melia - 2012

Maya Desk

James Melia - 2012

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut. White Oak and Ash. Finish: Wax Oil. Writing Surface: Leather or Corian.
Features: Large central drawer with pen pot, two secret storage areas, sunken bow detail on Corian writing surface.
Dimensions: H75cm D80cm W140cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Monarch Tables
Sean Dare - 2012

Monarch Tables
Sean Dare - 2012

Construction: Solid American Black Walnut. White Oak and Ash. Finish: Wax Oil.
Features: 3 Sizes designed to be used in two orientations, standing on its feet or on its side.
Dimensions: D35cm W40cm Large L65cm, Medium L55cm, Small 40cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Morgan Bedside
Sean Dare - 2011

Morgan Bedside
Sean Dare - 2011

Construction: Solid & Veneered American Black Walnut or White Oak. Finish: Wax Oil. Detail: Elliptical handle details.
Features: Two drawers with leather lined drawer bases. Soft close runners.
Dimensions: H64cm D40cm W50cm
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Morgan Sideboard
Sean Dare - 2010

Morgan Sideboard
Sean Dare - 2010

Construction: Solid & Veneered American Black Walnut, White Oak or Pallisander (as shown). Finish: Wax Oil. Detail: Elliptical handle details.
Features: 6 Drawers with leather lined drawer bases. Soft close runners.
Dimensions: H70cm D45cm W175cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Morgan Tallboy
Sean Dare - 2011

Morgan Tallboy
Sean Dare - 2011

Construction: Solid & Veneered American Black Walnut or White Oak. Finish: Wax Oil. Detail: Elliptical handle details.
Features: Four deep drawers with leather lined drawer bases. Soft close runners.
Dimensions: H115cm D50cm W90cm
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Oskar Dining Table

Sean Dare - 2011

Oskar Dining Table

Sean Dare - 2011

Construction: Solid American Black Walnut, White Oak or Ash.

Features: Oval, round or rectangular tops.
Dimensions: H74cm Round Dia150cm, Oval D110cm L200cm, Rectangular D110cm L240cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Prudence Nest
Sean Dare - 2012

Prudence Nest
Sean Dare - 2012

Construction: Solid American Black Walnut & Maple. Finish: Wax Oil.
Dimensions: Large W54cm D45cm H51cm, Medium W45cm D45cm H46cm, Small W36cm D45cm H41cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Section Console
Sean Dare - 2009

Section Console
Sean Dare - 2009

Construction: Powder coated mild steel. Solid & Veneered American Black Walnut or White Oak. Finish: Wax Oil.
Features: Three leather lined drawers & floating shelf. Steel frame available in a choice of colours.
Dimensions: H90cm D40cm W120cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Snow Dining Chair

Sean Dare & Jon Snow - 2011

Snow Dining Chair

Sean Dare & Jon Snow - 2011

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut & White Oak.
Finish: White tinted wax oil.
Dimensions: H75cm D48cm W45cm.

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Snow Writing Desk

Sean Dare & Jon Snow - 2011

Snow Writing Desk

Sean Dare & Jon Snow - 2011

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut & White Oak.

Finish: White Tinted Wax Oil. Dimensions: H85cm D80cm W160cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Spline Dining Chair

Sean Dare - 2011

Spline Dining Chair

Sean Dare - 2011

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut, White Oak or Beech. Finish: Wax Oil or Colour Lacquer.
Seat Options: Veneered or Upholstered in a choice of Leather, Fabric or COM.
Dimensions: H75cm D48cm W45cm.

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Strand Group

Sean Dare - 2010

Strand Group

Sean Dare - 2010

Frame: Powder coated or plated mild steel. Top Options: Solid American Black Walnut, White Oak, Glass or Marble.
Dimensions: Cube Side Table H50cm D50cm W50cm, Rectangular Coffee Table H40cm D70cm W120cm,
Square Coffee Table H40cm D100cm W100cm, Console Table H85cm D35cm W140cm,
Shelving Unit H150cm D35cm W140cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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Wire Group

Sean Dare - 2009

Wire Group

Sean Dare - 2009

Construction: Powder coated or plated mild steel. Solid American Black Walnut or White Oak. Finish: Wax Oil.
Upholstery (optional on stool): Leather, Fabric & COM.
Dimensions: Low Side Table / Stool H44cm Dia 40cm, Tall Side Table H50cm Dia 40cm, Coffee Table H35 Dia 85cm.

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Zephyr Bedframe
Sean Dare - 2012

Zephyr Bedframe
Sean Dare - 2012

Frame: Solid American Black Walnut with Maple Spindles. Finish: Wax Oil.
Suspension: Constructed Beech sprung slats with adjustable tension.
Dimensions: H110cm King D215cm W215cm, Queen D215cm W185cm.
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This piece can be made to bespoke specifications.

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FABRICS
We offer our upholstery in a select number of fabrics from leading manufacturers.
We can also upholster our pieces in COM (customers own material) that are of a suitable quality.

Linen

Linen - cotton blend with an exceptionally soft, peach-skin finish.

Stone

Khaki

Steeple Grey

Lavender

Blueberry

Coffee Bean

Wool - Tweed
Tonal nep fabrics in rich Donegal yarn with a soft, hardwearing finish.

Oatmeal

Sand

Wholemeal

Saville Row

Chestnut

Plum

Biscuit

Celery

Wool - Herringbone
Classic fine herringbone fabrics with an extremely soft finish.

Bordeaux

Waterfall

Dark Plum

Contrast
Velvet

A sumptuous tufted fabric with a short dense pile creating a wonderfully soft finish.

Buffalo

Bison

Cougar

Wallaby

Wombat

Jaguar

LEATHERS
All of our upholstery has the option to be upholstered in Leather. We only use the finest hides from select tanneries.
We can cater for COL (customers own leather) however we do request a sample to ensure it's suitability.

Black

Midnight

Bermuda

Dark Chocolate

Saddle

Dove

TIMBER
Our timber pieces are available in FSC certified American Black Walnut, White Oak, White Ash and Beech with a clear Wax Oil finish as
standard. We can produce our pieces in different timbers and coloured wax oils, stains and painted finishes as a bespoke option.

Walnut

Oak

Ash

Beech

COLOUR FINISHES (Timber, Corian & Powder Coated Metal)

Alternative RAL colours are available as a bespoke option.

Traffic Yellow

Azure

Mint

Traffic Red

Graphite Grey

METAL PLATE FINISHES

We offer a number of plate options as standard. Alternatives are available as a bespoke option.

Copper

Chrome

Black Chrome

Brass

The printed swatches should only be used as a guide, please request samples if required.

BESPOKE
All of our pieces can be modified to accommodate your specific requirements.
We can alter dimensions, timbers, colours, fabrics and finishes.
We can also provide a complete design and manufacture service for special
commissions resulting in unique, beautifully crafted pieces truly personal to you.
From the initial brief we shall prepare concepts for discussion, followed by
production drawings engineered on sophisticated CAD software.
We shall maintain direct contact with you at all stages of the process to ensure
that you are fully engaged with the creation, development and manufacture of your special piece.
All of our bespoke pieces are manufactured to the highest standards in our Brighton workshop.

SHOWROOM
Our furniture can be viewed by appointment at our showroom:
Studio 4. Bush Mews, Arundel Road, Kemp Town, Brighton, BN2 5TE.
Please call 01273 607192 to arrange a visit and check the particular piece you are
interested in is currently on display.

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dare studio
Head Office: Dare Studio Ltd, The Coach House, 31a East Drive, Queens Park, Brighton, BN2 0BQ.
Showroom: Studio 4, Bush Mews, Arundel Road, Kemp Town, Brighton, BN2 5TE.
www.darestudio.co.uk +44 (0) 1273 607192 info@darestudio.co.uk

All rights reserved 2013 Dare Studio