Finished open-plan kitchen with timber island following a Lochend renovation

Edinburgh Building & Renovation

Bespoke Joinery

Bespoke joinery and carpentry in Edinburgh, integrated into complete property renovations, kitchen refurbishments and structural alterations. From fitted cabinetry and alcove storage to bespoke kitchen islands and architectural woodwork, we deliver carefully considered joinery as part of a fully managed building project.
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BESPOKE JOINERY IN EDINBURGH

Considered Joinery, Integrated into Your Renovation

Excellent joinery is an essential part of a well-executed renovation. From bespoke kitchen cabinetry and fitted storage to internal doors, skirtings and architectural woodwork, carefully planned joinery brings together the practical and decorative elements of a home.

At Johnstone Joinery & Building, we specialise in incorporating bespoke joinery and carpentry into larger property renovation projects across Edinburgh. With 20 years of hands-on building and joinery experience, Martin Johnstone combines traditional craftsmanship with a fully managed approach to residential building work.

Rather than treating cabinetry, flooring, doors and finishing carpentry as separate projects, we consider how these elements work alongside the wider renovation. This allows new joinery to be planned around structural alterations, room layouts, kitchen installations and the existing architectural character of your property.

Whether you're undertaking a complete Edinburgh tenement refurbishment, renovating a traditional townhouse or reconfiguring a modern flat, we provide the joinery expertise and coordinated building services needed to deliver a cohesive finished interior.

What we do

Our Bespoke Joinery Service

01 Bespoke Fitted Wardrobes
02 Alcove Cabinets & Storage
03 Custom Shelving & Bookcases
04 Bespoke Kitchen Joinery
05 Kitchen Islands & Pantries
06 Internal Doors & Woodwork
07 Loft Staircases
08 Made-to-Measure Storage

Bespoke Fitted Wardrobes, Alcove Cabinets & Storage

Made-to-measure storage can make a significant difference to the functionality and appearance of a renovated home. Bespoke fitted wardrobes, alcove cabinets and integrated shelving allow otherwise underused areas to become practical storage without compromising the overall design of a room.

This is particularly relevant when renovating Edinburgh's traditional flats and townhouses, where chimney breasts, deep alcoves, high ceilings and uneven walls can make standard furniture difficult to accommodate.

As part of our full property renovation projects, we can incorporate fitted wardrobes, custom bookcases, built-in cupboards, shelving and bespoke alcove storage into the wider design of your home.

Planning this work alongside a full flat renovation or property refurbishment allows us to consider the relationship between new cabinetry, flooring, skirting boards, wall finishes and any alterations to the room layout. The result is joinery that feels integrated into the property rather than added as an afterthought.

Open-plan kitchen and dining space following a Corstorphine renovation in Edinburgh

Bespoke Kitchen Joinery, Islands & Pantries

A successful kitchen renovation requires more than selecting cabinets and appliances. The layout, storage, structural configuration and surrounding joinery all need to work together to create a practical, cohesive space.

We incorporate bespoke kitchen joinery into our Edinburgh kitchen renovation projects, including custom-built islands, fitted pantries, integrated shelving and made-to-measure storage designed around the available space.

Our Corstorphine flat renovation included a bespoke curved pantry within a newly configured open-plan kitchen and living area. At our Lochend cottage renovation, we constructed a bespoke kitchen island as part of a substantial renovation involving structural alterations and the creation of a new open-plan living space.

By undertaking the building work and joinery as one coordinated project, we can plan kitchen cabinetry alongside structural changes, plumbing, electrical installations, flooring and finishing carpentry.

This integrated approach is particularly valuable in Edinburgh's traditional properties, where non-standard dimensions and existing architectural features often require a more considered approach to kitchen renovation and installation.

Architectural Joinery for Edinburgh's Period Properties

Traditional Edinburgh properties are defined by their architectural details. Original timber floors, internal doors, skirting boards, architraves and decorative mouldings contribute to the character of a room and should be carefully considered when planning a renovation.

Working within a traditional tenement, Georgian flat or Victorian home often involves adapting new joinery to the dimensions and existing features of the building. Uneven walls, original timberwork and non-standard openings can make conventional, off-the-shelf solutions unsuitable.

Our architectural joinery services form an integral part of our Edinburgh property renovations. We undertake internal doors, skirtings, architraves, fitted cabinetry and other interior woodwork, with new elements designed to complement the proportions and character of the property.

Where structural alterations or changes to the internal layout are required, we coordinate the joinery alongside the wider building work. This may include fitting new doors, creating openings, installing partitions, matching existing timber details and completing the finishing carpentry required to bring the renovated space together.

Our approach combines the practical requirements of modern living with an appreciation of Edinburgh's traditional building stock, allowing period details and contemporary improvements to sit comfortably alongside one another.

Our property renovation process

How Joinery Fits into Your Renovation

01 — Understanding Your Renovation

We begin by discussing your wider renovation plans, the existing property and how bespoke joinery can improve the finished space. This might include fitted storage, kitchen cabinetry, new internal doors or architectural woodwork required as part of a larger refurbishment.

02 — Planning the Layout & Joinery

We consider the proposed room layouts, storage requirements, materials and finishing details alongside the wider building work. Where architectural drawings or structural alterations are involved, the joinery is planned around the agreed design and construction requirements.

03 — Coordinating the Building Work

Martin coordinates the relevant trades and stages of construction, ensuring that structural alterations, plumbing, electrical work and other necessary preparation are completed in the appropriate sequence before joinery installation.

04 — Bespoke Joinery & Installation

Once the space is ready, we undertake the joinery and installation work required for the project. This can include fitted cabinetry, bespoke kitchen islands, shelving, internal doors, skirtings and other architectural woodwork.

05 — Finishing & Completion

The final stage brings together the joinery and surrounding finishes. We complete the necessary adjustments and finishing carpentry, ensuring that the new elements sit comfortably within the renovated space before handover.

Guides & advice

Planning Your Edinburgh Property Renovation

Frequently asked questions

Questions About Your Project

Do you provide bespoke joinery in Edinburgh?

Yes. As part of our full property renovation service, we undertake bespoke joinery and carpentry for Edinburgh homes, including fitted wardrobes, alcove cabinets, shelving, kitchen joinery, custom storage and architectural woodwork.

Can you build fitted wardrobes for an awkward space?

Bespoke fitted wardrobes can be designed around the available space, including sloping ceilings, alcoves and rooms with unusual dimensions. We can assess the existing room and discuss practical configurations to suit your storage requirements.

Do you make alcove cabinets and built-in bookcases?

Yes. We undertake alcove cabinetry, fitted shelving and built-in bookcases. These can be designed around existing chimney breasts, room proportions and architectural features, with a combination of open shelving and enclosed storage where required.

Can you provide bespoke joinery for an Edinburgh tenement?

Yes. Traditional Edinburgh tenements often have high ceilings, deep alcoves, original architectural details and non-standard room dimensions. Bespoke joinery can be tailored to these characteristics while providing practical storage and complementing the existing interior.

Do you build bespoke kitchen islands and pantries?

We undertake bespoke kitchen joinery, including kitchen islands, fitted storage and custom-built pantries. These can be incorporated into an existing kitchen or planned as part of a complete kitchen renovation.

Can you match existing skirtings, doors and other period woodwork?

Where practical, new joinery can be designed to complement existing architectural woodwork. The options depend on the original profiles, materials and condition of the existing details. We can review these during the initial assessment and discuss an appropriate approach.

How long does a bespoke joinery project take?

The programme depends on the size and complexity of the installation, the materials selected and the amount of preparation required. A single fitted cupboard will have different requirements from a complete room of bespoke cabinetry. We can discuss a realistic timeframe once the scope and design have been established.

Can bespoke joinery be included in a full property renovation?

Yes. Bespoke joinery can be coordinated alongside kitchen renovations, structural alterations and other building work as part of a full property refurbishment. Planning the joinery alongside the wider project helps ensure that dimensions, finishes and installation requirements are considered together.

Martin Johnstone

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Martin Johnstone

Founder, Johnstone Joinery & Building

20 years of experience

Martin Johnstone is the founder of Johnstone Joinery & Building, an Edinburgh building and renovation company working across full property renovations, structural alterations, extensions and bespoke joinery. He works directly across projects from the initial assessment through to construction and completion.
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Planning a Property Renovation in Edinburgh?

Whether you're renovating a traditional Edinburgh flat, creating an open-plan kitchen or planning a complete home refurbishment, bespoke joinery can make a significant difference to the finished space.
Tell Martin about your renovation plans, the property and any drawings you already have. We can discuss how bespoke cabinetry, fitted storage and architectural joinery can be incorporated into your wider building project.
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