Our Story
Crome Interiors is the story of a father, daughter duo, on a quest to revolutionise how you buy beautifully made, high-quality furniture at reasonable prices.
A truly family run business tried and trusted for generations.
With a 40 year combined history in the furniture industry, Darrel and Felicity Crome have transformed the traditional, ‘boring’ furniture buying experience into something relaxed, rewarding and accessible to everyone.
We’re not new kids on the block. In fact, our family has a history in furniture and design which spans over four generations.
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Our vision
We believe that buying furniture shouldn’t be a chore, but a rewarding experience. Say goodbye to cheap, syndicated flat-pack furniture and enjoy premium investment pieces at affordable prices.
High-quality furniture anchors the design elements in a room and is often the centrepiece of a carefully curated space. An ill-advised piece of furniture could jeopardise the feel of your home. That’s why we put you first with our bespoke approach to customer service.
We will never hurry, nor push you to make a purchase. We take pride in nurturing a relaxed shopping environment that is accessible to all who desire it.
Our history
1926
The original Crome family business was founded by Mr Frederick William Crome and a friend in 1926 before Frederick took full ownership shortly after.
1945
On his return from the second World War, Fredrick’s son, Donald Crome DFC, a WW2 Halifax & Lancaster Bomber pilot, took over the business. Soon, Donald gained a reputation for providing high-quality British and European furniture outside London to style-conscious homeowners looking for exquisite, investment pieces at reasonable prices.
1964
Donald moved the family business to a purpose-built shop in High Wycombe to better meet the growing demands of homeowners searching for their perfect furniture. This was the year future Crome Interiors co-founder, Darrel Crome, was also born.
Bottom left image:
(left-right) Donald Crome, Patricia Crome
(third from the right) Grandma Crome
Bottom right image:
(right-left) Fred Hands, Donald Crome
Mr Hands, President of the High Wycombe Furniture Society
1981
Future Crome Interiors co-founder, Darrel Crome, joined his father and quickly honed his craft in every aspect of the business from loading the delivery van to eventually becoming a director in 1991. Business boomed as homeowners flocked to the shop in search of the perfect sofa, cabinet, sideboard and more, to complement their individual stylistic vision.
1984
After 39 years of service, Don sadly died and his wife, Patricia, joined by her son Darrel continued running the family business.
1991
Over several years, Darrel and Patricia pushed the business to the next level. Having grown up immersed in the furniture world, Darrel’s already superb instincts and industry knowledge saw him become a trusted and respected figure in the local community and furniture world.
2019
93 years after the Crome family business opened its doors, Patricia made the difficult decision to close the original shop for the final time.
A bittersweet moment, the Crome family began to prepare for a new age of furniture buying.
2021
And that brings us to today. In partnership with his daughter, Felicity, Crome Interiors was born in midst of a global pandemic as an online store dedicated to providing you with high-quality furniture.
Painstakingly curated to ensure absolute quality, each piece of furniture is made from the very best materials and sourced from the most respected suppliers without compromising on style or sustainability.
2022 and beyond
With the opening of a high-street brick-and-mortar store coming soon, Crome Interiors is set to become a forward-thinking brand that blends traditional values and contemporary furniture, with an on-trend, timeless design.
“My passion for exquisite furniture and the ways in which design can be used to turn a house into a home has never waivered. Crome Interiors is the next chapter in an already extraordinary story, steeped in rich history, traditions and teachings. I will never forget my grandfather’s humble beginning and commitment to furniture that lasts; it’s in our DNA.”
- Darrel Crome, co-founder
How we work
We’re confident you’ll struggle to find this level of bespoke customer service elsewhere.
We are not a faceless company. We are real people committed to providing you with exceptional customer service with a dash of ‘je ne sais quoi’. All you need to do is let us know the product, size, finish and fabric you wish to purchase and we’ll do the rest.
Your stunning furniture is handmade to order and you can expect to receive it within 8-10 weeks.
We only work with suppliers who are committed to reducing wastage during the manufacturing stage and who handle materials that are ethically and sustainably sourced.
“From a young age, I loved visiting our family shop and seeing all the exciting styles, trends and innovations over the years. The passion my family has for furniture is truly infectious! We continue to love what we do, and more than anything, we take pride in helping our customers create a home they love to live in. We're both so excited to bring Crome Interiors to you online and in-store as we embark on this exciting, new chapter.” - Felicity Crome, co-founder
"There are two things that make a room timeless: a sense of history and a piece of the future." - Charlotte Moss