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Testimonials
"Alec designed and made the most beautiful fitted bookshelves for our dining room in January 2024. They far exceeded our expectations in terms of quality and style, and Alec was a genuine pleasure to have around the house. Totally recommend!"
Caroline Tee
Garden Quarter, Chester
"We are very delighted with the work of Alec. From the very beginning his thoughtful approach to working out solutions in this old house meant his work was fully sympathetic to the aesthetics and beautifully built. The finished work is excellent."
Fiona & Richard Hackett
Mickle Trafford, Chester
"Through Alec’s craftsmanship and skill, the main living area of our house has been totally transformed. From his thoughtful plans and considered measurements, through to the finished fireside cupboards and shelves, we put our trust in his abilities and we were not disappointed. He was a delight to have working on our house: he even brought a pop up gazebo so he could cut outside in all weathers and every step of the way showed care and consideration beyond that which one would expect. We are thrilled with the work he has completed for us and are now looking at further projects for him to complete for us to the same high standard."
Ruth & Graeme Delap
Garden Quarter, Chester
"My husband and I bought an old farmhouse in need of a complete renovation. We needed fitted wardrobes; a linen cupboard, built in cabinetry, wall panelling and a window seat for the playroom.
Alec has produced the most wonderful creations. He worked closely with me to understand the look and feel we wanted to achieve with the house, helped guide me through materials and finishes decisions comfortably ahead of time and gave useful guidance on the impact (cost, time, robustness - we have two small children) of these decisions. Alec also helped with numerous other small touches and finishes that came up as we worked through the renovations giving practical but beautiful solutions to tricky problems (like plywood "walls" in the hall). The work that Alec has done has transformed our house, made it a beautiful place to live and given a home for all our stuff! I couldn't recommend Alec and his team highly enough. I will absolutely be asking him to come back when we do the next stage of extending the house. He is a true artist with an eye for detail who creates beautiful furniture that will stay with us for decades to come.
Alec has produced the most wonderful creations. He worked closely with me to understand the look and feel we wanted to achieve with the house, helped guide me through materials and finishes decisions comfortably ahead of time and gave useful guidance on the impact (cost, time, robustness - we have two small children) of these decisions. Alec also helped with numerous other small touches and finishes that came up as we worked through the renovations giving practical but beautiful solutions to tricky problems (like plywood "walls" in the hall). The work that Alec has done has transformed our house, made it a beautiful place to live and given a home for all our stuff! I couldn't recommend Alec and his team highly enough. I will absolutely be asking him to come back when we do the next stage of extending the house. He is a true artist with an eye for detail who creates beautiful furniture that will stay with us for decades to come.
Nicola Clemo
Waverton, Chester
"We cannot recommend Alec highly enough. Not only is he a pleasure to deal with, but he is an excellent craftsman providing an efficient service at an affordable cost. He improved our original idea by giving polite suggestions based on his extensive knowledge and experience. His attention to detail and focus on realising our goals was second to none. He even postponed his own holiday to help us meet a deadline. I doubt you will ever deal with a more considerate tradesman. He managed to turn our - literally - ‘back of the envelope’ idea into an impressive reality!"
Huw & Kathryn Roberts
Garden Quarter, Chester
"Alec recently replaced a door in my lounge and fitted shelving in an alcove in the same room. He really listens to what it is that you require and responds with thoughtfulness and intelligence. His attention to detail is second to none and the results exceeded my expectation. He is also such a nice person to have working in your home. He was recommended to me in the first place and, in my turn, I would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone in need of a first class craftsman."
Carol McLean
Hoole, Chester
"Alec undertook a variety of carpentry and other maintenance tasks in preparation for us moving into our new home. He was always professional and reliable and completed the work to a high standard."
Jonathon & Anne Green
Waverton, Chester
"Alec has just completed a large built-in double wardrobe with drawers and additional storage in my home. We are absolutely delighted with his workmanship and valued his ability to offer advice and guidance on the development of our project. Alec has excellent carpentry and design skills. He is a person of honesty and integrity whose work ethic is exemplary. He brings thoughtfulness, intelligence and skill to his projects in a most helpful and supportive manner. He is someone on whom you may rely, knowing that you will not be disappointed."
David & Irene McClenaghan
Hoole, Chester
"Alec has resolved a range of issues in our 124 year-old home to our complete satisfaction. Every hinge, catch, bolt and lock now fit and function perfectly. The process was every bit as satisfying as the end results. We found Alec to be reliable, skilful, resourceful, tidy, respectful and a delight to have in our home. We would therefore have no hesitation in recommending him unreservedly."
David & Julie Mitchell
Hoole, Chester
“Alec and Rob were great to work with. I met Alec to discuss design and he had many clever ideas for altering the existing layout to maximise storage space, while ensuring to get the aesthetics to match the theme of the house. They were reliable, polite, and kept me updated along the way. The job was finished to an excellent standard, at a low price, and I have received many compliments.”
Sandy Rao
Waverton, Chester
"Recently we retired from a life of organic dairy farming and wanted to take something with us as a reminder. We rescued a couple of Fullwood milk vacuum jars from the old milking parlour and asked Alec Spencer if he would make them into two lamps for us to put in our new home.Alec came to the farm to look at the jars and to discuss our vague ideas and get a feel for project. He went away and made sketches for us to look at and then set to to create two wonderful, bespoke lamps. Each was mounted on a 3-legged structure as a nod to the milking stool of yesteryear and he incorporated bevelled edges onto each leg
to reflect the shape of a forage harvester ‘shear bar’. He took time to source L.E.D bulbs that complemented the design and even added dimmer switches. Carefully crafted in oak, the lamps blend well with our other furniture. They have exceeded our expectations and we love them.
We appreciated the way that Alec took our feeble, half formed musings and transformed them into wonderful reality. When we collected the lamps we met his young children and the whole experience was one of rounded and personal care and craftsmanship. We would highly recommend Alec to anybody thinking of commissioning a one-off piece or any other work for that matter."
Helen & Clyde Parker
Llay, Wrexham
ALEC SPENCER
Alec is a skilled maker and carpenter. He continues a family tradition that gave him confidence to start woodworking from an early age. At the heart of his gifting is the ability to create highly practical pieces that speak to the natural beauty and form of the materials that he works with. Alec and his family live in Christleton, Cheshire.
what we value
function
We make practical things that bring small joys as they serve an everyday purpose.
form
We think form follows function. And that simple, well-made things can possess great beauty.
Finesse
We find pleasure in the knowledge of a job well-done and take pride in things that are made to last.
faith
We look for fellowship and dignity in our work together and take seriously our calling to be good stewards of the world of which we are a part.
WE ARE COMMITTED TO PAYING OUR FAIR SHARE OF TAX