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Austen & White is a modern British atelier devoted to exceptional craftsmanship. From our workshop in the historic market town of Farnham, Surrey, we create beautifully engraved ceramic, slate and timber pieces alongside bespoke furniture, reclaimed wood creations and distinctive works for the home.
Every commission begins with an idea rather than a production schedule. It may be a single engraved tile destined to become the centrepiece of a luxury kitchen, a handcrafted dining table created from reclaimed timber, a personalised memorial carved with care, or an entirely bespoke installation designed exclusively for one client. Whatever the project, it is approached with the same commitment to craftsmanship, considered design and enduring quality.
We believe true luxury is not measured by excess but by authenticity. It is found in honest materials, exceptional skill and the confidence to create objects that will remain beautiful for generations.
Our house exists to celebrate exactly that.
The finest objects are those that feel timeless.
They possess a quiet confidence that allows them to sit comfortably within both traditional and contemporary interiors. They are created without compromise, designed with purpose and crafted with patience.
This philosophy informs everything we produce.
Rather than chasing trends, we focus on creating enduring pieces with permanence, character and individuality. Our collections combine traditional craftsmanship with modern precision, allowing us to create work that feels both heritage inspired and unmistakably contemporary.
Many of our creations cannot simply be selected from a shelf. They are imagined, discussed, refined and carefully produced for each individual client.
Luxury should feel personal.
Nestled within the beautiful Surrey countryside, our workshop is where imagination becomes reality.
Here, skilled craftsmen transform carefully selected materials into pieces that are both functional and artistic. Ceramic tiles are expertly engraved before being hand finished with meticulous attention to detail. Character-rich reclaimed timbers are thoughtfully prepared before becoming furniture, shelving, serving boards and decorative pieces. Natural slate is transformed into elegant signs, memorials and bespoke artwork.
Every stage receives the attention it deserves.
The process cannot be hurried.
We believe that quality is achieved through patience, precision and experience, allowing every finished piece to carry the unmistakable signature of genuine craftsmanship.
We are drawn to materials that tell stories.
Our reclaimed timber carries the markings of its previous life—subtle grain patterns, natural weathering and the rich patina that only time can create. Rather than disguising these characteristics, we celebrate them, allowing each piece to retain its individuality.
Our ceramic collections provide a refined canvas for detailed engraving, producing elegant decorative pieces for kitchens, bathrooms and interior spaces. Slate offers timeless beauty, remarkable durability and a naturally sophisticated finish suited to both contemporary and traditional settings.
Each material possesses its own unique qualities.
Our role is simply to reveal them.
Engraving sits at the heart of Austen & White.
It transforms natural materials into meaningful pieces that become deeply personal to the homes they inhabit.
From architectural wall installations spanning multiple ceramic tiles to bespoke house signs, commemorative plaques, memorial tributes and personalised gifts, every engraving is completed with extraordinary care and precision.
Clients may select from our carefully curated collection of designs or commission entirely original artwork created specifically for their project.
No two commissions are ever quite alike.
Each becomes a reflection of the individual who commissioned it.
Some projects begin with a sketch. Others begin with a story. Many begin with a conversation.
Our bespoke service allows clients, interior designers, architects and property developers to collaborate directly with our craftsmen to create truly individual pieces. Dimensions, finishes, materials and engraving designs can all be tailored to suit a particular space or vision.
Whether creating a statement feature wall, a handcrafted piece of furniture or a one-of-a-kind engraved installation, our objective remains unchanged: to create something that could not have existed anywhere else.
Individuality is the ultimate luxury.
Our work is designed to become part of everyday living.
Within kitchens, our engraved tiles create elegant focal points.
Within entrance halls, handcrafted furniture offers warmth and character.
Living spaces are enhanced with reclaimed timber shelving, statement wall art and carefully crafted home accessories.
Gardens are enriched through engraved slate house signs and decorative pieces.
Throughout the home, every creation is designed not only to be admired but to be lived with.
Objects should become more beautiful through years of use.
Craftsmanship and sustainability naturally belong together.
By carefully restoring reclaimed timber and extending the life of exceptional materials, we create pieces that honour both their history and their future.
Rather than producing disposable homeware, we create objects intended to remain within families for generations.
This philosophy reduces waste while preserving the beauty and character that only authentic materials can provide.
The most sustainable object is often the one that never needs replacing.
Our ambition has never been to create products.
We strive to create heirlooms.
Pieces that celebrate craftsmanship, enrich interiors and quietly become part of family life.
Whether commissioned for a newly designed home, chosen as a meaningful gift or created to commemorate life’s most important moments, every Austen & White piece is crafted with longevity in mind.
Because true luxury is measured not simply by how something looks on the day it arrives, but by how beautifully it continues to age.
That is the enduring spirit of Austen & White.
Welcome to Our House.