Happy carpenter inspired a career

His friend’s cheerful dad led to Shaun’s apprenticeship in carpentry

NAME: Shaun Penticost JOB: Owner of Holmewood Interiors, an independent kitchem bedroom and home office specialists based in Horsham

HOW DID YOU DECIDE ON THIS CAREER?

My father was a mechanic and when he arrived home from work he was always covered in oil and grease. My best friend’s father was a carpenter, and when he came home from work he was always very happy and you could see he had great satisfaction in his work. This made me want to do a carpentryapprenticeshipandtherest is history.

HOW DOES A NORMAL DAY USUALLY GO?

I start my day by taking our dog out for his morning walk; before getting to the office around 8am to meet the fitters and make sure everybody knows where they need to be. I amluckythatmyworkisdifferent every day depending on the clients and installations we have taking pace, but I always try to be home for the evening walk with our dog. My evenings are then all about spending time with the family.

WHAT GIVES YOU THE MOST JOB SATISFACTION?

Thegreatestjobsatisfactionfor me is when we receive a positive review from a customer, or when a customer really appreciates you going that extra mile to make sure that their project runs to schedule.

WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN FIVE YEARS?

In five years’ time I would like to see the company expand into manufacturing our own bespoke furniture. Kitchen manufacture is where I learnt my trade, before progressing through a fitting career and then owning Holmewood Interiors. So, to go back to my start, but for my own company,wouldbe adreamcometrue.

Although the showroom is closed during lockdown, Shaun and his team are still available to help clients create their perfect space; featuring the latest technology, classic and modern styling and inspired design concepts. Starting from the design process through to the completed installation, his experience and determination to ensure superior quality and the highest quality workmanship, is instrumental in his success when creating a space his clients are proud of. Visit their website at www.holmewoodinteriors. co.uk/