Our People

We are very proud of the team at SylvanWorks. Our broad range of skills and experience enable us to design, produce and deliver beautiful projects of all sizes and complexities.

We are an expanding company always looking for talented and passionate individuals. If you’re interested in a career in design, cabinet making, machining or finishing, we’d love to hear from you.

Gareth Langdon – Owner

John Halifax – Operations Director

Paul Temple – Senior Machinist

Ian Horn – Machinist

Kev Anstey – Senior Finisher

Gareth Langdon – Owner

John Halifax – Operations Director

Zac Bunyard – Production Manager

Paul Temple – Senior Machinist

Kev Anstey – Senior Finisher

Gary Richardson – Cabinetry Supervisor

Ian Horn – Machinist

Passionate about cabinetry and interiors?

We’d love to hear from you

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Email Us:
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Copyright © 2025 - Sylvan Works Ltd | Registered No: 13069529


Sam Matheson – Cabinet Maker

"The whole ethos of my training was precision and thoroughness, so I bring a real attention to detail and high standards to SylvanWorks.
It’s great being able to draw from the SylvanWorks pool of knowledge and experience. Having access to state-of-the-art CNC machinery is also adding to my traditional woodworking training.
It’s exciting being part of a growing company with lots of positive energy and the prospect of making beautiful bespoke freestanding furniture that it brings."

Sam Matheson - Cabinet Maker

"The whole ethos of my training was precision and thoroughness, so I bring a real attention to detail and high standards to SylvanWorks. It’s great being able to draw from the SylvanWorks pool of knowledge and experience. Having access to state-of-the-art CNC machinery is also adding to my traditional woodworking training. It’s exciting being part of a growing company with lots of positive energy and the prospect of making beautiful bespoke freestanding furniture that it brings."

Kev Anstey - Senior Finisher

"I bring a drive and focus to the workshop, as well as over 25 years’ experience of high-end specialist finishing.

I love the workshop set up and working with a skilled team. I also get to develop my hand finishing, oiling and waxing skills.

I’m looking forward to seeing more unusual and interesting jobs come in to SylvanWorks."

Gareth Langdon - Owner

Gareth trained and qualified as a Chartered Accountant, before discovering his true passion was designing and making beautiful furniture. After completing a degree in contemporary furniture design, Gareth ran his own furniture and kitchen company for 20 years before setting up SylvanWorks.

John Halifax - Operations Director

After training in architecture, John decided to pursue his passion for designing and making furniture, studying for two years under John Makepeace at the world renowned Parnham College. He has owned and run his own workshop creating and installing high end bespoke furniture for 20 years.

John Halifax - Operations Director

After training in architecture, John decided to pursue his passion for designing and making furniture, studying for two years under John Makepeace at the world renowned Parnham College. He has owned and run his own workshop creating and installing high end bespoke furniture for 20 years.

Gareth Langdon - Owner

Gareth trained and qualified as a Chartered Accountant, before discovering his true passion was designing and making beautiful furniture. After completing a degree in contemporary furniture design, Gareth ran his own furniture and kitchen company for 20 years before setting up SylvanWorks.

Paul Temple - Senior Machinist

"I bring over 20 years CNC experience and a light-hearted and easygoing approach.

My role at SylvanWorks is giving me experience in cabinetry and new machinery, and the chance to work with a great team.

It’s exciting to be part of a new business and see it grow."

Zac Bunyard - Production Manager

"I bring an enthusiastic and decisive attitude to the business. Years of production and sales management experience enable me to create a fair and happy workplace while achieving stringent deadlines.

I also enjoy ensuring people and production levels are at their best. It’s very satisfying to see my decisions pay off on a job well done.

I’m excited by the potential for SylvanWorks to become a large manufacturing company throughout the South, supplying high-end, high-quality furniture."

Kev Anstey - Senior Finisher

"I bring a drive and focus to the workshop, as well as over 25 years’ experience of high-end specialist finishing.

I love the workshop set up and working with a skilled team. I also get to develop my hand finishing, oiling and waxing skills.

I’m looking forward to seeing more unusual and interesting jobs come in to SylvanWorks."

Gary Richardson - Cabinetry Supervisor

"I bring 26 years’ experience of working in the furniture and carpentry business, and great instincts for the best way to achieve high-quality results.

I get a great sense of belonging working with a great team at SylvanWorks. I enjoy passing my knowledge on to my cabinet making colleagues.

I am excited to watch SylvanWorks grow from strength to strength."

Ian Horn - Machinist

" I bring a varied background of hands-on skills that enable me to contribute to completing jobs with creative and practical solutions.

I get a kick out of making something unique and bespoke that will be used and admired for many years to come.

I look forward to developing my skills in cabinet making and 3D design. I hope to become a valued longstanding member of the team."

Adam Robert - Finisher

"I bring a good attitude, enthusiasm, and a sense of humour to SylvanWorks. Over 20 years in specialist joinery has given me an eye for detail.

The teamwork at Sylvanworks gives me real job satisfaction.

I am excited about the interesting projects coming into the workshop."

Colin Jones - Cabinet Maker

"My background in bespoke fine furniture has given me the knowledge and skills to understand how projects are made. I am always there to help team mates.

I look forward to coming into work as every day is different, and I love being creative. Everyone I work with is a joy which makes the working day even better.

I am excited to see the business grow and having unlimited career development opportunities. "


Jerry – Machining Assistant

"I bring my experience in timber frame construction, as well as a can-do and level-headed approach to the workshop.

I am gaining skills and career development through the interesting work. The work environment and workshop culture is positive and productive.

I am excited about developing my career and wood working know how at SylvanWorks and making friends along the way."

Jerry – Machining Assistant

"I bring my experience in timber frame construction, as well as a can-do and level-headed approach to the workshop.

I am gaining skills and career development through the interesting work. The work environment and workshop culture is positive and productive.

I am excited about developing my career and wood working know how at SylvanWorks and making friends along the way."

Colin Jones - Cabinet Maker

"My background in bespoke fine furniture has given me the knowledge and skills to understand how projects are made. I am always there to help team mates.

I look forward to coming into work as every day is different, and I love being creative. Everyone I work with is a joy which makes the working day even better.

I am excited to see the business grow and having unlimited career development opportunities. "

Adam Robert - Finisher

"I bring a good attitude, enthusiasm, and a sense of humour to SylvanWorks. Over 20 years in specialist joinery has given me an eye for detail.

The teamwork at Sylvanworks gives me real job satisfaction.

I am excited about the interesting projects coming into the workshop."

Ian Horn - Machinist

" I bring a varied background of hands-on skills that enable me to contribute to completing jobs with creative and practical solutions.

I get a kick out of making something unique and bespoke that will be used and admired for many years to come.

I look forward to developing my skills in cabinet making and 3D design. I hope to become a valued longstanding member of the team."

Gary Richardson - Cabinetry Supervisor

"I bring 26 years’ experience of working in the furniture and carpentry business, and great instincts for the best way to achieve high-quality results.

I get a great sense of belonging working with a great team at SylvanWorks. I enjoy passing my knowledge on to my cabinet making colleagues.

I am excited to watch SylvanWorks grow from strength to strength."

Paul Temple - Senior Machinist

"I bring over 20 years CNC experience and a light-hearted and easygoing approach.

My role at SylvanWorks is giving me experience in cabinetry and new machinery, and the chance to work with a great team.

It’s exciting to be part of a new business and see it grow."

Zac Bunyard - Production Manager

"I bring an enthusiastic and decisive attitude to the business. Years of production and sales management experience enable me to create a fair and happy workplace while achieving stringent deadlines.

I also enjoy ensuring people and production levels are at their best. It’s very satisfying to see my decisions pay off on a job well done.

I’m excited by the potential for SylvanWorks to become a large manufacturing company throughout the South, supplying high-end, high-quality furniture."