Fyn Duncan, furniture craftsman and Rob Justice, SourceByNet sales director and have become the Furniture Makers’ Company’s latest freemen.
Duncan is lead for the Young Furniture Makers’ Society, supporting and representing the next generation of makers within the industry. He is also soon to become a youth ambassador for ACID, championing originality, innovation, and the protection of creative ideas.
An emerging fine furniture craftsman with a passion for thoughtful design, traditional craftsmanship, and contemporary furniture making, he is currently studying for a BA (Hons) in Furniture Design and Making at Rycotewood, Oxford, where he continues to refine his skills and develop his creative practice.
Before progressing onto his degree, he completed a Level 3 Diploma in Furniture Making at Rycotewood (2023–2025), building a strong foundation in precision woodworking, design development, and high-quality craftsmanship.
‘As an aspiring designer maker, and lead for the Young Furniture Makers’ Society, I believe joining The Furniture Makers’ Company will allow me to help shape the future in how the industry supports young professionals. The Furniture Makers’ Company will also help be build my networks on a much larger scale, which is invaluable as a solo maker,’ says Duncan.
Justice is a furniture sourcing and development specialist with expertise spanning retail, wholesale, and international sourcing, operating across multiple areas of the furniture sector to bring a broad understanding of the journey from concept and product development to manufacture and delivery.
‘We are delighted to welcome our new freemen. Each brings unique expertise and perspective, strengthening our community and supporting our mission within the furnishings industry,’ says Jessica Alexander, FMC master.
FMC is one of the 114 city of London historic livery companies: professional associations that support their industries, charitable causes and the traditions of the city. Membership is open to individuals and businesses working across the UK furniture and furnishing industry, offering opportunities to support its charitable work while taking part in networking, social and city livery events with a broad network of industry professionals.
Individuals initially join as a freeman and may progress to become a liveryman, a full member of the organisation.
Businesses can also t join as corporate members, with the option to appoint up to three employees as corporate liverymen.
