MEET OUR TEAM

Sam founded Sustainable Kitchens in 2006 with a toolbox and a small van, originally working on bespoke commissions from luxury tree houses to cafes and bars. In late 2008 he took on his first bespoke kitchen and he hasn't looked back since.
SAM SHAW
Founder

Lindsay leads our design and creative team, you may speak with her when you first get in touch with us about your project. With experience across all aspects of the business and a background in retail and design, Lindsay has a wealth of knowledge to lead you through your kitchen journey.
LINDSAY ANDERSON
Head of Client & Creative

You'll most likely hear from Alessandra once scheduling in a Design Consultation call. Ale will take the time to understand your brief and floor plans all whilst getting to know you and your family and how you use your space. With expert kitchen knowledge, she will transform that into a showstopping design bespoke to you and your family.
ALESSANDRA COLPO
Studio Lead

With a breadth of experience across interior design roles, Annabel draws on her extensive design background to help inspire clients towards how their dream kitchen will look and feel. From designing bathrooms to bespoke kitchens, Annabel's aim as a designer is to create spaces that are of heirloom quality and are cherished for years to come
ANNABEL tHORNTON
Interior Designer

Emma comes with a wealth of Architectural experience which she applies to her designs. With a love of interiors and a passion for sustainability, Emma will guide you through the design process with care and attention, bringing your kitchen to life.
EMMA LAMB
Designer

Caroline is in charge of our finance, you'll hear from her once you have placed a commissioning deposit.
CAROLINE HALHEAD
Head of Finance

Kit Powe
Head of Development

Phil heads up our team of incredibly talented furniture makers. Phil studied furniture making and restoration and has worked in some of the most prestigious workshops in England, Australia and New Zealand. Phil's eye for detail is second to none so nothing leaves the workshop without his seal approval.
PHIL JARRATT
Head of Production

You'll most likely see Myke once your kitchen is installed. Myke hand-paints our kitchens whilst completing all snags, he's our final check on site and a jack of all trades!
Myke Littler
Installation & Final Assembly Supervisor

Joe has a strong background in woodwork having kicked off his career handcrafting wardrobes, freestanding furniture and bathroom joinery
jOE REILLY
Furniture Maker

Roger is our all rounder, painting and making kitchens - You may even see him onsite handpainting the final lick of paint
ROGER SHELDON
Furniture Maker & Painter

Ben is a part of our talented installation team. He is on hand to ensure your beautiful new kitchen is fitted to the highest standard.
ben toomer
Furniture Maker & Installer

Once our kitchens have been painted and crafted, they make their way to Olly who constructs and checks each cabinet to ensure that they are perfect and prepared for site.
oliver emanuel
Furniture Maker

Ollie is a part of our talented installation team. He is on hand to ensure your beautiful new kitchen is fitted to the highest standard.
Ollie Lewis
Furniture Maker & Installer

With a degree in Product and Furniture Design in London and years of bench experience, Barney is our incredibly talented all-rounder, equally at home in the workshop and in the design studio. He is a long-standing member of Sustainable Kitchens and we are extremely lucky to have his passion and knowledge.
BARNEY MOORE
Production Engineer

As our CAD technician, Sean engineers our beautiful designs for manufacturing, he also runs our CNC machine. Sean is a joy to have in the office and even cooks up a storm on our Bora hob!
SEAN FRIERY
Production Engineer