Bespoke Leather Cladding at Delaire Graff Hotel

This project caught us off guard to the extent that we nearly overlooked it. We received an email from David Collins Studio, an international interior design firm in London, inquiring if we could provide leather cladding for a uniquely custom cabinet at the Delaire Graff Estate Hotel in Stellenbosch.

Responding required a leap of faith. This project differed from any previous commission we had undertaken — but it also offered the potential to break into the interior design industry.

The finished leather-clad cabinet in the bar lounge at Delaire Graff Estate Hotel — collaboration between Lombard Bespoke and David Collins Studio.

Jacques has always had a passion for craft — items lovingly handmade with exceptional quality. His keen eye for detail and precision, combined with his determination and upbringing in an artistic family, have all contributed to his development of the skills necessary for this level of work.

The leather cladding detail — each panel hand-cut, edge-finished, and precisely fitted to the cabinet geometry.

It was an incredible honor to work with the David Collins team, and to meet and work alongside other remarkable craftsmen — particularly the cabinet makers, Osterwald and Sons.

The completed installation — the leather-clad cabinet in situ at the Delaire Graff bar lounge, Stellenbosch.

This project served as a catalyst for us to explore a different industry — one where creativity knows no bounds and achieving the best outcome is paramount. We eagerly anticipate more challenges like this in the future.

The full bar lounge context — where fine wine, considered architecture, and bespoke leatherwork meet.

Close detail of the leather surface — the grain, texture, and hand-finishing that make every panel unique.