A display cabinet should suit both the room and the objects inside. Porcelain, model cars, sculpture and tall glass pieces may need different shelf spacing. Tell us about the largest and heaviest items and whether the collection is likely to grow. Shelf numbers, heights and usable depth can then be planned accordingly, with supports and loading considered for the intended use.

A freestanding cabinet can sit against a wall or help define a room. A wall-mounted cabinet keeps the floor clear; wall construction and fixing are part of the planning. Corners, narrow wall sections and unusual ceiling heights may call for different proportions or an individual structure. Several cabinets can form a coordinated arrangement even when their contents differ.

The number of doors depends on width, access and appearance. Consider opening space, nearby furniture and the preferred direction of movement. Handles, fittings and any requested lock are discussed for the construction. Enclosing objects can reduce cleaning requirements, but a particular level of dust sealing is not automatically included.

Lighting can highlight selected objects. We discuss what should be illuminated and where power is available. Back panels, bases, wood and lacquered elements also change the effect. Clear surfaces reveal the room behind, whereas a coloured backing provides a quieter background. Partial lacquering offers another way to combine display areas with opaque sections.

The choice of glass changes the character of a piece. Clear float glass allows light and views to pass through, while its polished edges show a natural green tint. Looking through the edge of a larger, particularly deeper panel creates a longer optical path. The edge can therefore appear darker and more intensely green, sometimes almost black in particular lighting.

Thickness also affects the appearance. A small sample cannot fully reproduce the edge colour of a large tabletop.

Optiwhite is low-iron glass with substantially reduced inherent colour. Its edges are still not completely colourless. Depending on size, thickness, viewing angle and lighting, a subtle greenish to blue-turquoise tint remains visible. This matters when comparing a small side table with a large tabletop. Reflections and visible edges are part of the material’s character.

Satin glass creates a softer, translucent appearance. On coloured versions, lacquer is applied to the underside or rear of the glass: you see the colour through the smooth glass face. A satin appearance combined with colour can also be considered where appropriate to the model. The treated surface and intended finish are specified for the individual piece.

Our furniture uses glass thicknesses including 10, 12, 15 and 19 mm. The appropriate thickness depends on dimensions, unsupported spans, supports, connections and intended loads, rather than appearance alone. Safety glass is a separately agreed bespoke specification and should not be assumed for every illustrated design.

Measure the available width, depth and height. It helps to distinguish between your preferred dimensions and the absolute maximum available. Include skirting boards, radiators, sockets, window ledges and doors. Decide whether cables need to run behind the furniture. A recess may vary in width, so measurements at more than one point can be useful.

The surrounding space matters too. Drawers need opening clearance, display doors need room to swing and dining chairs need space to move. Consider the delivery route, including the entrance, staircase, lift and narrow passages. These details can affect the sensible dimensions or arrangements for assembly at the destination.

Photographs from two directions help us understand the setting. Add object dimensions and weights for shelving and display cabinets, equipment details for media furniture, or seat and armrest heights for tables. Marking a proposed footprint with paper or removable tape can help you compare sizes. Final manufacturing dimensions are then agreed as part of the project.

Our complimentary premium delivery covers Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Liechtenstein. The service includes an agreed delivery appointment, carrying the furniture to its intended position, unpacking, assembly where required and removal of packaging. For large or heavy glass furniture, discussing access early is particularly useful.

Please mention the floor, lift, narrow stairs or unusual access conditions.

For other countries, transport arrangements and charges are discussed individually in the quotation. More distant destinations can involve a longer delivery time. Delivery normally takes approximately 4–6 weeks; the timing for your particular bespoke order is confirmed in your quotation, taking the specification and transport arrangements into account.

Many products are also available from stock in standard versions. If you need furniture sooner, please ask about an available alternative. Stock availability and earlier delivery are checked individually and are not a general promise for every bespoke design.