BESPOKE BEDROOMS IN ESSEX
UNPARALLELED CRAFTSMANSHIP
Creating bespoke bedrooms in Essex for over a decade, HAUHAU brings 150 years of skilled cabinet-making heritage to homes across the county. Our Harlow workshop serves discerning homeowners throughout Chelmsford, Colchester, Brentwood, Epping, Saffron Walden, and beyond.
Bespoke design starts with a fundamental question: what should this room become? Not what it resembles in a catalogue. Not what worked in someone else's home. What serves your daily life, fits your property's character, and reflects how you actually live – and at HAUHAU, that’s what we excel at.
Essex's architectural variety shapes our approach. A seventeenth-century cottage in Finchingfield presents different opportunities than a riverside property in Maldon or a Victorian terrace in Colchester. Period features, ceiling heights, wall irregularities – each property brings its own constraints and possibilities. We design accordingly, creating bespoke bedroom cabinetry that belongs in your specific space, setting us apart from those who force standardised solutions into unique homes like yours.
SUCCESS STORIES
The Lakes By Yoo House
This beautiful property, located just outside The Cotswolds, showcases bespoke craftsmanship at its finest, demonstrating 150 years of expertise and artisan heritage. The bespoke bedroom featured hand-selected beige-grey stained oak, leather inlays, scalloped finishes, and bronze accents from cutting-edge sound systems, creating a space where everyday living feels indulgent
The Gilbert Scott Residence
Step inside the Gilbert Scott residence, where rich Royal Peacock stone, walnut accents, and warm tones come together to create a space tailored specifically to the client’s taste and lifestyle. A kitchen that’s as perfect for hosting friends as it is for slow Sunday breakfasts with family — a blend of elegance and warmth, designed to feel like home the moment you walk in.
“We recently decided to remodel our kitchen, and after looking at various luxury brands, it was clear that a HAUHAU kitchen was for us.
We instantly fell in love with the elegant yet modern design and sympathetic use of beautiful materials. It was important for us that our most used room wasn’t “style over substance”. Ben listened to how we use our space and took on board our extensive wish list and came up with the most beautiful designs, incorporating ideas that we would never have thought of ourselves. He was so accommodating with my constant questions and “what abouts?” and would always explain why something would or would not work or come up with a way to improve upon an idea.
We loved that we were included in the design process to create our perfect family space; it has made the room so much more personal and bespoke to us.
HAUHAU excelled themselves, and I would wholeheartedly recommend them, not only for their designs and quality of craftsmanship but also for their ability to communicate, share their knowledge, and understand the customers’ needs.
We certainly didn’t get “style over substance”. What we did get was the most stylish and substantial kitchen we could have imagined!”
— Mr & Mrs Arundel
BESPOKE BEDROOMS FOR YOUR ESSEX HOME
Your bespoke bedroom should reflect you and your unique vision.We design and handcraft everything from wardrobes and bedside cabinetry to vanities and beyond, each made to belong in your space, shaped by how you live, what you value, and the architecture that surrounds you.
Whether you're renovating a Georgian townhouse in Colchester, a contemporary home in Chelmsford, or a country estate near Saffron Walden, every piece we create honours your property's character whilst serving your daily life.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR SPACE
The counties' period properties demand sensitivity. Victorian terraces, Edwardian semis, and Tudor cottages – each architectural style requires different approaches to storage, proportion, and detail. We measure every angle, assess every possibility, and design solutions that work with your walls, not against them.
WARDROBES THAT FIT YOUR LIFE
Storage needs vary wildly. Some require hanging space for formal wear. Others prefer ample shelving and drawers for a compact, discrete storage option, or you may want both. We can create anything you desire, whether it’s additional smaller drawer configurations for accessories, integrated shoe storage sections, or handcrafted dressing tables built into a larger wardrobe unit for a touch of luxury.
We can accommodate anything you desire and do so by getting to truly understand you, your tastes and preferences and how you use and live in your space, then design accordingly.
INTEGRATED DRESSING SPACES
If you don’t currently have a dressing room but would like such a space, we can create a full bespoke design featuring anything from walk-in wardrobes with central islands and mirrored sections for outfit planning to intimate seating areas for slipping on your favourite shoes and tasteful backlighting to showcase your collections.
Even if space is limited, we can work with the available space to create bespoke dressing areas within your existing bedroom, meaning there is no reason for you to sacrifice your dreams. These areas will soon become your private sanctuaries for momentary peace and calm, much more than just a simple storage space.
THE HAUHAU DESIGN PROCESS
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Our expert design team will take your initial concepts and elevate them beyond your wildest dreams, guiding you through every step of the process as we make it a reality.
Our philosophy is to work in close partnership with our clients, providing creative and innovative solutions through genuine collaboration and careful consideration of your needs and desires.
Once we receive your inquiry, we will contact you to introduce ourselves and discuss the outline of your project. Along with your ideas and brief, we will require a plan to work from. This can be in the form of your architect’s drawings or, if there is a physical space, ideally a visit to your residence to carry out a survey.
Following this process we can begin to prepare your design.
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After our first consultation, our expert design team will work on your concept, developing, enhancing, and elevating it beyond your expectations into a truly remarkable design.
From our initial sketches, we will prepare full working CAD drawings along with visuals, palettes, and material choices—from your primary finish through to your internal colorway—for your review.
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Once you have commissioned HAUHAU for your project, we will finalize any changes you may wish to make to your design, appliance list, material choices, and then proceed to contract your order.
At this stage we will engage with your contractors, and any other parties involved with your project to provide the relevant information they require (along with mechanical and electrical working drawings) and will remain in constant communication with them to monitor your schedule, ensuring everything stays on track.
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Your order will now enter production in our workshop.
We pride ourselves on the meticulous quality of craftsmanship achieved by our expert cabinet makers.
The HAUHAU workshop is not a production line.
Every project is assigned to one maker at a time, who crafts and hand-makes every aspect of your order to exacting standards by combining cutting-edge technology with the most exquisite of materials.
It is in this way that we have truly set ourselves apart and surpassed the industry with our standard.
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Now it is time for your design to become a reality!
After diligently managing your project's schedule to ensure a smooth and on-time fulfillment, HAUHAU will deliver and install your furniture to the very highest standard while ensuring the utmost consideration for your residence.
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On completion of your new kitchen, we arrange for renowned chef Elliot Johnson-Paul of JP Dining to come in and prepare a complimentary private dining experience in your new space to ensure you truly experience every aspect in its full glory.
Simply sit back, relax, and enjoy your new HAUHAU kitchen.
EXCEPTIONAL MATERIALS
HAUHAU sources the highest quality materials available, dedicating considerable effort to acquiring exceptional pieces for your bespoke bedroom environment.
DISTINGUISHED WOOD SELECTION
Individual wood pieces are selected for grain character and inherent beauty. Whether developing wardrobes from deep mahogany, constructing statement pieces from European beech, or incorporating rich walnut for bedside tables with scalloped finishes, every wood element receives careful attention, ensuring longevity and enduring appeal.
QUALITY FIXTURES AND FITTINGS
We only work with manufacturers who prioritise their customers and design quality as much as we do, allowing us to select fixtures that combine cutting-edge technology with timeless design. Whether it’s solid brass fittings or bespoke bronze accents, every element is chosen to align with your bespoke bedroom's design and meet the needs of your daily routine.
SELECT STONE APPLICATIONS
When suitable for your aesthetic vision, we integrate thoughtfully chosen natural stones for accent walls, fireplace features, or unique surfaces. From perfectly matched Calacatta Brasile for modern, clean designs to Royal Peacock for statement pieces, each stone selection enhances your overall bedroom design.
MASTER CRAFTSMANSHIP EXCELLENCE
ARTISAN WORKSHOP EXCELLENCE
HAUHAU works according to traditional craftsmanship principles. Each commission is assigned to an individual master artisan, who assumes complete responsibility for creating every aspect of your project. This personalised focus ensures quality consistency and enables the refined touches that characterise truly superior workmanship.
MULTI-GENERATIONAL LEGACY
Established by Ben Rollings, a fourth-generation master cabinetmaker, representing over 150 years of family expertise, HAUHAU contributes extraordinary experience to each undertaking. This legacy has produced stunning interiors for hundreds of London clients who now have a HAUHAU bespoke centrepiece that truly makes their house a home.
EXACTING QUALITY PROTOCOLS
Each creation undergoes a comprehensive evaluation throughout the development process. From initial material assessment through final placement, our standards surpass industry expectations, ensuring your bedroom design achieves a level of quality and design perfection you will not find anywhere else.
WHY HAUHAU DEFINES BESPOKE BEDROOM EXCELLENCE
Founded by Ben Rollings, a fourth-generation master cabinet maker with a family legacy spanning over 150 years, HAUHAU has established itself as a hallmark of exceptional design and craftsmanship. With years of expertise, we extend this dedication to bespoke luxury bedrooms, bringing the same precision, design innovation, and deep understanding of local architecture.
At HAUHAU, we appreciate the distinct architectural features of period homes and contemporary residences, crafting bedrooms that blend functionality, elegance, and timeless style. Each bedroom is carefully designed to complement and enhance the unique character of your property, using high-quality materials and an unwavering attention to detail.
We proudly serve homes across Essex, London, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire and the surrounding areas, with ourselves located in the historic village of Old Harlow in Essex, near the Hertfordshire and London border.
From initial consultation to installation and beyond, we’re committed to delivering a seamless experience and a bedroom that surpasses your expectations.
Contact HAUHAU today to arrange your personalised design consultation and explore how our expert craftsmanship can transform your Essex home.