Richard grew up and has lived in Somerset nearly all his life. An early love for building dens and go-karts with the help from his craft teacher father kindled a life long obsession with wood.

At the age of 18 Richard studied furniture design and making at the renowned Rycotewood Furniture College. Richard has been running his own business for 14 years.

His workshop is on the Somerset Levels just outside the village of Wedmore where he works with his own small team of craftsmen.