City and Guilds

Mr Thomas Shutler

I’m Tom Shutler, the designer‑maker behind Quayside Cabinets in Christchurch. For over a decade I’ve been creating bespoke fitted and freestanding furniture that blends thoughtful design and long‑lasting craftsmanship. Every piece is tailored to the home it’s made for, with a focus on clean lines, practical storage, and materials chosen for durability and beauty.Whether it’s a single alcove unit or a full room of totally bespoke cabinetry.My approach is simple: clear communication, honest advice, and furniture that feels considered, calm, and built to last. All of the options here are available fully fitted or freestanding delivered to you in flat pack, or fully assembled.<ul><li>Bespoke Wardrobes</li><li>Alcove Cabinets</li><li>Bookcases</li><li>Media Units</li><li>Angled Drawer Cabinets and Wardrobes for Loft Conversions and Chalet Bungalows</li><li>Home Office</li><li>Kitchen Cabinets</li><li>Kitchen Doors.</li></ul>From your initial idea, we design, make and fit your project keeping you involved and informed throughout.  We are unique in that we do not have the limitations of working from a catalogue of products, you can have an entirely bespoke project.  Or you can choose from our range of freestanding furniture that we produce made to measure. Quayside Cabinets is a local, friendly and reliable service where quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction are our priority.

Pair of Alcove units with cabinets above, 'Shaker style doors' Counters and shelving made from reclaimed timber, featuring a display cabinet. Finished with 'Farrow and Ball' Paint.  Southbourne, Bournemouth.

'Quayside Cabinets'  Fitted Alcove Cabinets

Alcove Cabinets with Bookcase with Victorian details, Ringwood, Hampshire.

Quayside Cabinets

Alcove Cabinet with Victorian style mouldings and details. Ringwood Hampshire

Alcove Cabinet with Bookcase and Victorian style mouldings and details. Ringwood Hampshire

Bespoke Bookcases and Shelving crafted from solid Oak timber and made for a customers study. Ringwood, Hampshire

Pair of bookcases with low level cabinets, Highcliffe, Dorset

Bespoke Fitted Library, Bransgore,Hampshire.

Alcove Cabinets and Bookcases

Cabinetry

Bespoke Fitted Wardrobes

Media unit including alcove cabinets, adjustable shelving, 'Shaker' style cabinet with Victorian style beading.

Multi Media Unit

Media Unit with Concealed Door.  Door includes  shelving.

Media Unit 

Media Units

I made this Cabinet to fit into the bar area at the 'Lime Wood' Hotel. It has been made to match the existing bar. I made it from Oak veneered Boards. Lyndhurst New Forest

Cabinets

Office

Free Standing Pieces

Bespoke Spandrel Storage.  Excellent storage for coats, shoes, boots etc.

Quayside Cabinets Stairs Spandrel Storage. Nautical detail for a coastal home

Bespoke Interior storage made from Beech Ply

Quayside Cabinets 'Spandrel' Storage Interior

Stair Spandrel Storage

Kitchens

I couldn't be happier with the wardrobes designed, built, and fitted by Tom at Quayside Cabinets. From the very beginning, Tom was incredibly knowledgeable, honest, and realistic about what could be achieved with the space available. He took the time to listen to my ideas, explain the options, and guide me through every decision, making me feel involved throughout the entire process.
The quality of the craftsmanship is outstanding, and the finished wardrobes have completely transformed the room. Not only do they look beautiful and unique, but they've also provided far more storage than I hoped

Fabulous Bespoke Fitted Wardrobes..

We had a very bespoke job for Quayside (Tom) providing a new fascia for our existing hall cabinets and preserving the internal components and function for re-use following refurbishment by us.
Tom listened to us very well and we came up with a design. 
Materials and colours were selected from catalogues supplied by Tom.
The price quoted was reasonable.
We were kept informed of progress at all times.
The cabinet fascias were made and installed very carefully and thoroughly.
We are very pleased indeed with the end result and do not hesitate to thoroughly recommend  Quayside Cabinets,

Quality work at a reasonable price.

We recently had the pleasure of working with Tom at Quayside Cabinets to build a custom media unit and built in wardrobe for our home. From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of fantastic. Not only did he deliver everything on time and within budget, but the craftsmanship is truly exceptional.
The attention to detail is evident in every aspect of the work, and both the media unit and wardrobe are exactly what we envisioned. It's clear that Tom takes great pride in his work, and it shows in the quality of the finished product.
We would highly recommend Quayside Cabinets.

Exceptional craftsmanship, on time and within budget – Quayside Cabinets made our vision a reality!

I had long wished to make better use of the  wasted space at the top of my stairs so i could at last have a cupboard to store all my  towells, throws and bed linen. 

I was given Tom contact details and he promptly came to see me and after listening carefully to my wishes designed a cupboard that far exceeded my expectations. 

This very roomy cupboard is carefully crafted to make maximum use of the space so i am now able to house  my regular  linen and also that extra ' spare' bedding as well.

Tom explained things well, was friendly and i did not feel pressured in any way.

Cupboard designed with maximum storage that offered much more than i had expected

Really pleased with Tom's work and our cabinet.   It's just what we wanted and looks very impressive.  The only negative was a delay in delivery for Christmas but this was rectified within days after.

Building an alcove cabinet

Tom fitted three double bespoke wardrobes in my bungalow in Sway.  I was thrilled with the results.  Communication with Gemma was brilliant throughout, and Tom was polite, professional and tidy all through the job, his attention to detail was superb.  Thanks so much Tom and Gemma.

To install three double bespoke wardrobes

Average score based on 4 reviews in the last 12 months

Services offered by Quayside Cabinets, working as Bedrooms, Carpenter

Quayside Cabinets | Bedrooms | Christchurch | Checkatrade

I’m Tom Shutler, the designer‑maker behind Quayside Cabinets in Christchurch. For over a decade I’ve been creating bespoke fitted and freestanding furniture that blends thoughtful design and long‑lasting craftsmanship. Every piece is tailored to the home it’s made for, with a focus on clean lines, practical storage, and materials chosen for durability and beauty.Whether it’s a single alcove unit or a full room of totally bespoke cabinetry.My approach is simple: clear communication, honest advice, and furniture that feels considered, calm, and built to last. All of the options here are available fully fitted or freestanding delivered to you in flat pack, or fully assembled.Bespoke WardrobesAlcove CabinetsBookcasesMedia UnitsAngled Drawer Cabinets and Wardrobes for Loft Conversions and Chalet BungalowsHome OfficeKitchen CabinetsKitchen Doors.From your initial idea, we design, make and fit your project keeping you involved and informed throughout.  We are unique in that we do not have the limitations of working from a catalogue of products, you can have an entirely bespoke project.  Or you can choose from our range of freestanding furniture that we produce made to measure.Quayside Cabinets is a local, friendly and reliable service where quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction are our priority.

At Quayside Cabinets we make quality bespoke freestanding and fitted cabinetry for all aspects of your home. Wardrobes, Alcove Cabinets, DresserS, Bookcases, Offices Furniture and Kitchens.

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