Ian Knapper Company Profile
Ian Knapper
Ian Knapper is a leading UK designer of architectural features in stone, such as fire places, doorways and stair cases. As well as his work on larger projects, Ian receives commissions for smaller pieces, such as wall art, garden sculptures and home accessories. Ian has worked on some prestigious buildings for the National Trust and English Heritage.
Services
Initial meeting about design: Ian meets with his clients to discuss ideas for the design. He gives advice about style and helps the client to decide on stone choice, colour scale and location. Ian also meets directly with the clients’ own builder and architect if applicable to the project.
Drawings:
Ian produces initial concept drawings once he has inspected the prospective location for the stone piece. Then he produces more detailed drawings for the approval of the client. At this point, he also provides stone samples with some carved details if necessary.
Production:
Ian produces the stone piece in his workshop.
Installation:
Ian employs a team of experienced fitters to install the stone feature. Installation times vary depending on the size of the product. Ian’s team returns to clean and seal the fitted feature after a couple of weeks.
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Ian can recommend a variety of companies for the supply of quality accessories such as fire baskets and fittings.
Ian Knapper’s aim is to provide his clients with an individual piece which incorporates skill and quality. Ian has an extensive portfolio of projects, including traditional and contemporary fire places and stair cases in varying types of stone. Ian has recently opened a new showroom on the top floor of Robey’s in Belper, Derbyshire. For more information on Ian’s portfolio and designs, use the buttons above to send an enquiry or visit the website.