Alcove Units & Bespoke Bookshelves
Turn awkward recesses into beautiful, made-to-measure storage with bespoke alcove units and fitted bookshelves crafted for your Cornish home.
Get a Free QuoteMade-to-Measure Alcove Storage
Alcoves flanking a chimney breast are a classic feature of Cornish homes, but they are notoriously difficult to furnish with off-the-shelf pieces. Bespoke alcove units solve that problem entirely — built to the exact width, depth, and height of your recesses, they turn wasted space into purposeful, beautiful storage.
At Kwilkyn Carpentry, we design alcove units that combine open shelving for books and display with concealed cupboards below for everyday clutter. Whether you want a traditional painted finish that blends with existing skirting and architrave, or a contemporary look with integrated lighting, every unit is designed in 3D before crafting begins.
We also build freestanding and fitted bookshelves for studies, landings, and living rooms — including window-seat units and media-integrated shelving where required.
- Made-to-measure for any alcove or recess
- Combination of open shelving and concealed storage
- Painted or timber finishes to match your room
- Integrated lighting and window-seat options
Bespoke Design
Tailored to your alcoves and storage needs.
Built to Last
Sturdy construction for years of daily use.
Perfect Fit
Precision-measured to your exact recesses.
Expert Install
Clean fitting with scribed skirting integration.
Our Simple 4-Step Process
From initial idea to final installation, we make the process smooth and stress-free.
Consultation
We measure your alcoves and discuss your storage needs.
3D Design
We create SketchUp models so you can visualize the units.
Crafting
Your alcove units are built in our Truro workshop.
Installation
We fit and scribe to skirting for a seamless finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to fill your alcoves beautifully?
Book a design consultation today or upload photos of your space for a free, no-obligation estimate.