Business Details
28 Years
experience
Custom Handcrafted Furniture in North Yarmouth, ME
Founded in 1998, Kit Clark Furniture is a custom furniture design and manufacturing company rooted in craftsmanship and artistic innovation. Our founder, Kit Clark, brings decades of experience honed through formal education in forestry and design, apprenticeships with master carpenters, and specialized training at institutions like The Penland School of Crafts. We specialize in creating heirloom-quality pieces that blend natural inspiration with functional artistry, including Sam Maloof-style rocking chairs, dining sets, beds, and custom commissions.Every creation carries a structural lifetime guarantee, reflecting our commitment to durability and client satisfaction. With a focus on personalized service, we collaborate directly with clients to tailor designs to their spaces and preferences, offering on-site consultations for local customers and nationwide shipping. Our work has earned recognition for its unique fusion of traditional techniques and modern aesthetics, serving discerning clients across the United States and Canada.
Services
Custom Rocking Chairs
Handcrafted Dining Sets
Bespoke Bed Frames
Artisan Coffee Tables
Shaker Furniture
Maloof Style Chairs
Custom Bookcases
Wooden Accessories
Space Planning
Nationwide Shipping
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer a structural lifetime guarantee on all furniture
- Our founder has 25+ years of specialized furniture-making experience
- Direct collaboration with the craftsman for personalized designs
- Custom creations tailored to your space and aesthetic preferences
- Nationwide shipping with transparent cost calculations
What people say
So comfortable
Gifted craftsman
Lifetime guarantee
Voluptuous structure
Unique handcrafted quality
Services
Custom Rocking Chairs
Our signature Sam Maloof-style rocking chairs combine ergonomic comfort with artistic design. Each piece is meticulously crafted from premium hardwoods, featuring sculpted forms that provide both visual appeal and functional support. Clients can choose from established designs or collaborate on custom variations to match their specific needs and interior aesthetics.
Bespoke Bed Frames
We create heirloom-quality bed frames ranging from traditional platform designs to modern sculptural pieces. Each bed is constructed using time-tested joinery techniques, with options for live edge wood, custom dimensions, and integrated storage solutions. Our beds seamlessly blend durability with artistic expression for lasting bedroom focal points.
Dining Table Sets
From trestle-based dining tables to contemporary extensions, our tables are designed for both functionality and artistic impact. Available in various wood combinations and configurations, each set accommodates specific spatial requirements while maintaining the structural integrity and aesthetic continuity that define our craftsmanship.
Space Planning
We offer personalized design consultations to ensure perfect integration of our furniture into clients' living spaces. Local clients receive in-home measurements and placement guidance, while remote customers benefit from detailed virtual consultations using space dimensions and photographs to create perfectly scaled pieces.
Nationwide Shipping
Our shipping solutions ensure safe delivery of handcrafted furniture across the continental United States and Canada. We coordinate specialized handling for large items and provide transparent cost calculations based on destination and piece dimensions, maintaining the same care for every shipment as we do in our craftsmanship.
People
Kit Clark
Owner & Master Craftsman
With formal training from The Penland School of Crafts and apprenticeships under master carpenters, Kit Clark has specialized in fine furniture making since 1998. His work combines traditional woodworking techniques with modern design principles, creating functional art pieces that reflect natural forms and enduring quality standards.
Questions
What does the structural lifetime guarantee cover?
Our guarantee covers the furniture's structural integrity for as long as you own the piece, ensuring repair or replacement of any component that fails under normal use conditions.
Can I request custom dimensions for existing designs?
Yes, we specialize in adapting our designs to specific spatial requirements while maintaining the original aesthetic and structural integrity of each piece.
What wood types are available for furniture construction?
We work with various hardwoods including cherry, maple, walnut, and exotic options like bubinga, offering guidance on grain patterns and finish options for each project.
How does the custom furniture process work?
The process begins with design consultation, followed by material selection and detailed measurements. We provide progress updates throughout construction and coordinate delivery or pickup arrangements.
Are payment plans available for large orders?
We accept standard payment methods and can discuss installment arrangements for significant custom projects, with specific terms agreed upon before production begins.
