Brian Ng'aru skillfully crafted a custom drawer insert for Tilmann, transforming practical details into a beautifully tailored piece. What's your wish?
A request by Tilmann from Hamburg , Germany
Production of a drawer insert according to the sketch. The base area of the drawer is 390 x 483 mm. The base area of the insert is sketched by me with 385 x 480. The milling on the sides is necessary to accommodate the attachment of the drawer front – see pictures attached.
The Journey of Creating custom made drawer insert 390 x 483 mm
Negotiation & Planning
Hello Tilmann, I am happy to provide an offer for your idea. Thank you for the detailed sketch. We can make it out of Cyprus wood (which has a light brown color) and finish it with linseed oil (for food safety). I believe I have all the information necessary to start realizing your idea (within your price idea) I'm looking forward to your go ahead to start
Hi Brian, cypress sounds great. Thx a lot for realising this project of mine. If any questions come up just let me know. Have a great day. (Automatische Übersetzung)
I will keep you updated as I go along each stage. Do have a lovely day as well. Let's get started as soon as possible 😊
Crafting Process
Artisan’s Progress Updates
Got the confirmation, tomorrow I will get the material and begin on the tray tomorrow.
Ok great. Thanks a lot and good luck (Automatic translation)
Good evening, I was able to get all the material I need to begin, so tomorrow I'll start with sanding the wood and cutting them to size. I will attach videos and pictures of the process
Ok great. I wish you a good start into the new week (Automatic translation)
Good evening, today I was able to get started on the project, cut down the pieces and tomorrow I will start sanding them down to the right thickness. So far so good, I have attached a couple of pictures and videos
Good evening, that looks very good already. Thank you very much for the updated information! (Automatic translation)
Good evening, today I was able to get started on sanding ( a little more to go) tomorrow I will be cutting the pieces to size and joining them. So far we are on track and moving well. I have attached a couple of pictures and videos of the progress so far.
This looks very good! Thanks for the update (Automatic translation)
Good morning, yesterday I was able to finish up on cutting and joining the pieces. Today I have started working on more sanding and touch ups. The tray should be ready and at our local operator's by Saturday. I have attached a couple of pictures and videos of yesterday's progress. Next update tomorrow will be of the finished product.
Hi Brian, there is the unfortunately a mistake. On the drawing 3 equal sized compartments are shown and only 2 longer compartments. Please check the drawing again with the current state. (Automatic translation)
O yes, thank you for spotting that. There was one piece I needed to add. I have attached pictures and videos of the tray with the added piece.
That does look a lot better. Good work 👍🏽 (Automatic translation)
Good morning, the project is complete. I have attached a couple of pictures and videos. Looking forward to your feedback
This looks great. Thank you very much for implementing my idea. Very very good work I am speechless and impressed. Thank you very much (Automatic translation)
Final Delivery – The Completed Piece in Photos
Customer Photos After Delivery
The Finished Unique Piece – Individually Handmade
Reference: ON007736E-40587
Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Price | |
|---|---|
| Cost of material |
21.81
|
| Cost of labour |
34.48
|
| Cost of packaging |
4.31
|
| Cost of delivery to local operations manager |
10.35
|
| Subtotal – payout to artisan |
70.95
|
| Customer acquisition costs (advertising etc.) |
7.1
|
| Handling fee Urban Change Lab |
7.1
|
| Shipping costs from Kenya to Germany* |
30
|
| VAT (Germany)* |
16.18
|
| Total |
137.03
|
*Shipping costs and VAT vary depending on your location.
