The Dovetail Team
"The whole is greater than the sum of its parts" ~ Aristotle
Dovetail is comprised of gifted individuals who will all bring something different to your project.
We are a team that is excellent at providing our customers with everything they need.
We have decades of experience + shedloads of knowledge and talent.
Find out how we can help your with you project by getting in touch.
Emma ~ Office Coordinator
At work Emma is our diligent book keeper & office coordinator she has the tidiest desk in the office! Outside the office, her creativity & interest in design shines through with her passion projects from sewing to furniture restoration.
Ollie ~ Apprentice Cabinetmaker
Ollie is the most recent addition to our team, he is proving to be a talented young craftsman who is enthusiastic and quick to learn.
Ian ~ Wood Machinist, Cabinet maker
Ian has been with the business since 2003. Ian is a gifted wood machinist and cabinet maker who works with great focus, accuracy and speed.
Lindsay ~ Designer
Lindsay joined the team after graduating in 2005 with a BA (Hons) degree in Interior Design. Lindsay works with great care and precision across all stages of a project from initial concept through to final installation.
Gareth ~ Production Manager
Gareth is our workshop manager. He Joined Dovetail straight from School in 2000 as an apprentice cabinetmaker. Gareth has an encouraging nature and a keen eye for detail ensuring our workshop runs smoothly and delivers the highest standard of work.
Ali ~ Cabinet Maker
Ali joined Dovetail in 2018 as a junior cabinet maker, Ali has grown into a loyal, hardworking member of the team who works efficiently across all aspects of the workshop but is particularly talented in our spray shop.
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Marc ~ Cabinet Fitter
Marc joined Dovetail as our 1st apprentice in1989. His eye for detail is astounding. He is a perfectionist and his unique talents are well used as he installs most of our cabinetwork.
John Kirby ~ Owner Manager
John founded Dovetail in 1988. He has the messiest desk in the office. A wood-machinist & cabinetmaker he studied at the Institute of Wood Science. A talented cook and paraglider pilot, he is a committed Christian and plays an active role in his local church.
Other key members of staff...
Roland
At work Roland can be found relaxing in his armchair, until he spots a rabbit...
Fred
Fred is the cutest ray of sunshine always happy to meet anyone who comes through our door.
Cassie
On her days off Cassie enjoys going to the beach and swimming in the sea!