A Bespoke Build for Two Miniature Schnauzers
Project Type: Bespoke Dog Crate & Home Bar Feature
Pets: Stanley & Steve (Miniature Schnauzers)
Location: Manchester, UK
Design Focus: Dual-purpose furniture; dog bedroom plus bar and fridge area
The Challenge: A Crate That’s More Than Just a Crate
When our client reached out, they weren’t just looking for a dog crate. They had a vision; a stunning, multifunctional piece that would blend beautifully into their home as both a comfortable sleeping space for their two Miniature Schnauzers and a bar feature with space for a fridge.
This was the perfect brief for The Pet Carpenter: thoughtful, functional, and completely bespoke.
Step 1: The Initial Concept & Flat Drawing
Every project starts with listening. Once we understood the desired features, we created a flat line drawing to get the scale and internal crate space just right, especially important for two dogs sharing.
This stage also helped the client visualise the layout and gave us a base quote before deeper design development.
Step 2: Client Collaboration & Detail-Sharing
We always encourage feedback early in the process. In this case, our client shared visual references for detailing they’d like to see in the sliding doors. These bespoke touches are what make our pieces feel truly personal.
Step 3: Design Development in 3D
With sizing confirmed, we developed a full 3D design. This allows our clients to clearly visualise their future furniture from every angle and gives us the opportunity to finesse the features, like making sure the fridge space had perfect clearance, and the bespoke sliding doors looked just right.
Step 4: Final Sign-Off & Booking Into Build
A few final tweaks (including a height adjustment to accommodate the fridge) and the design was signed off. With the deposit paid, the piece was officially booked into our workshop queue, ready to be handcrafted with love.
Step 5: Crafted by Hand, Checked with Care
After several weeks in production, the piece was reviewed through our quality control process, where every detail, from wood finish to door mechanism, was carefully checked and documented before delivery.
Step 6: Delivery Day Magic
There’s nothing like seeing a finished piece in its new home. The unit was delivered and installed, transforming an everyday space into a stylish, multifunctional focal point of the home. Bar at the top. Bedroom at the bottom. Tail wags all around.
Client Feedback
“Hiya, just wanted to say a massive thank you. The dogs love their new crate and it looks fab! Managed to get some pictures of it finally set up for you! It looks great and was exactly what I imagined, thank so much guys!”
The Result: A Dream Piece Come True
This project is a perfect example of how bespoke pet furniture can be both practical and beautifully designed. Stanley and Steve now have their own cosy space, and their humans have a new entertaining feature built seamlessly into their home.
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Whether you’re after a crate that looks great, a bar that doubles as a dog den, or a multifunctional space for pets and people, we’re here to help bring your vision to life.
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