Charlie works solely with sustainably sourced hides from the last remaining oak bark tannery in the UK, situated in Devon. We worked collaboratively to choose finishes and leathers that embody our shared environment and values.

The body of the holder is a deep walnut with naturally burnished edges, and the leather cord is a soft tan with rounded belting. It is hand-stitched and stamped with our monogram. This tactile object mirrors the spaces we represent: considered, naturalistic and purposeful.

Charlie’s journey began with fabric rather than leather. Trained in fashion and experienced in tailoring at Paul Smith, he started with altering garments, understanding fit, and respecting form. That foundation eventually turned toward leather. Swapping cloth for hide, he began designing and hand-making bags and accessories, entirely to order. There were no seasons, only pieces made to endure.

Alongside leatherwork, Charlie’s practice has expanded to include the restoration of mid-century furniture such as safari chairs, sling loungers and other tactile architectural forms. These objects require a deep understanding of their construction: the original tensions of canvas, the strength of joints and the rhythm of stitching.

Each restoration is an act of preservation not transformation, removing the unnecessary and tracing back to the maker’s first intentions and restoring balance by hand. Linen thread, honest materials and quiet precision guide the process.

Inside Charlie’s workshop, a chair mid-restoration might sit beside a finished bag and a panel of raw hide awaiting its form. The studio moves to a quiet, steady rhythm, focused on craft over speed.

Like the homes we represent, his work is about integrity — a reminder that care, skill and slowness still have a place. It’s not about more, but about making space for what matters.