01 / THE STUDIO
Childish ideas, taken seriously.
A bed can be a den, a ship, a stately home or something else entirely. We combine the frivolity of childhood imagination with the discipline of properly made furniture, attention to detail and the skills of experienced master craftsmen.
02 / SELECTED WORK
The Stables
Clifton, Bristol
Four beds. One beautifully considered room.
(01)
The Green One
Midsomer, Somerset
(02)
The Jungle One
Cheltenham Spa, Glos
(02)
St Giles House
Wimborne, Dorset
04 / OUR PROCESS
From Sketch to Room
The work becomes more resolved at each stage. The presentation becomes quieter.
01
Understand
The room, the family and the child’s ideas.
02
Design
Simple line drawings establish layout and concept.
03
Develop
Three-dimensional studies resolve form and materials.
04
Imagine
Photorealistic renders show how the room will feel.
05
Make
Furniture is built, finished and installed.
05 / MADE BY BILL
One maker.
One point of view.
Dibs & Trilks was founded in the Cotswolds in 2022 by furniture designer and maker Bill Packman.
Bill has worked with wood for 30+yrs and he has designed furniture for children since 2013.
Originally trained as a Millwright he more recently founded and ran 'Mr Bill', a school-furniture company in Shenzhen, China, creating top end furniture for the world's finest private schools including Harrow, Bromsgrove and Avenues.
In 2022, in recognition of his skills and experience, he was accepted into The Guild of Master Craftsmen.
06 / For designers & architects
Bring us into the room.
We collaborate on children’s rooms, specialist joinery and one-off furniture—from early concept through drawings, material specification and installation.
The name?
We're Bill & Charlie. Dibs and Trilks is what Mum called us when we were small.
07 / START A CONVERSATION
Have a project in mind?
Bespoke commissions typically begin at £10,000. Tell us a little about the room, the child and what you hope it might become. Fill out the contact form or just give us a call.